The club have completed the signing of Merino Mikel from Real Sociedad.
The 28 years old Spanish midfielder has signed a four years deal at the Emirates. During his time in North London, he would wear the No.23 shirt.
Speaking after the deal was confirmed,Mikel Arteta hailed his new signings technical ability and versatility.
Mikel is a player who will bring us huge quality with his versatility and experience, Arteta told the club's website.
'He has played at top of the game, both international level and club level for a number of seasons now. Mikel will make our squad significantly stronger, with his technical ability.
As we all saw in the summer, Mikel is also a winner, with his strong performances,helping Spain win the Tournament throughout the Euros. We are delighted t welcome Mikel and his family to the club and we can't wait to start working with him.
Arsenal sporting Director Edu added: We are so happy to have completed the transfer of Merino Mikel.
This has been another great team effort from a lot of people at the club to finalise the transfer of a player who attracted attention of different clubs over the summer.
'Mikel was the key target for us this summer,and we identify him as a player that would fit perfectly into our squad and profile to improve us, as we aim to build on our strong performances of last season'.
With Mikel's arrival, he brings us an added high quality of experience, athleticism and physically as we look forward to this season ahead.
'We welcome Mikel and his family to the club, and we look forward to seeing him play on Arsenal shirt'.
The deal marks Arsenal second new arrival of the summer after the signing of Calafiori Ricardo.
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