Arsenal's Mikel Merino hopes to regain fitness soon and make a World Cup berth with Spain.
The midfielder last made an appearance in Arsenal's 3-2 Premier League defeat against Manchester United in January. He scored his team's second goal at the Emirates.
Marino underwent foot surgery and has been on the sidelines since. Before going under the knife, Mikel Arteta said it was a "very rare injury" and that he was unsure about his return.
The Gunners have also not made any clear communication about when the Spain international could return to action.
On 4 February, the Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi said He is unsure about his compatriot's participation in the World Cup. He said the 29-year-old has gone through a painful period, but is optimistic for the summer.
On Friday, Sports Witness Covered claims from Spain That his injury situation is causing more concern for the national team than other injured players.
Arsenal's camp of players remains hopeful
Thursday edition of As La Roja has another report on the players who are not currently part of Luis de la Fuente's squad for this international break and their chances of making the World Cup.
The focus has been on Arsenal's Mikel Merino, Real Madrid star Dani Carvajal and Paris Saint-Germain's Fabian Ruiz.
Carvajal has been performing regularly in recent weeks, but his chances of making the World Cup depend on the level he shows towards the end of the season.
PSG are hopeful that Ruiz will return to the field next month.
It is 'too early' to know whether Merino will be available for the summer FIFA tournament.
However, sources close to the Arsenal player have told the newspaper that he will be ready for the World Cup. In short, the versatile star is expected to be fit soon. This is good news for Mikel Arteta and the north London club.
Merino has played 1,877 minutes in 33 matches, scoring six goals and three assists.
Gunners current injury list
- mikel merino
- martin odegaard
- William Saliba
- Gabriel Magalhaes
- Timber Jury
- leandro trossard
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