Real Sociedad president labels Arsenal's interest in Mikel Merino 'unfortunate' as Spanish side omit wantaway star from their squad for LaLiga opener
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Real Sociedad's club president Jokin Aperribay has confirmed Arsenal have made an approach for their influential midfielder, Mikel Merino.