Mikel Merino relives injury “fear” as Arsenal midfielder closes in on emotional return
Mikel Merino has shared his emotional journey following a rare stress fracture that threatened his season and World Cup aspirations. After nearly four months of recovery, he is back training with Arsenal and hopes to return to play against Crystal Palace. Merino expressed his joy at reuniting with teammates and the relief of being back on the field.
- ▪Mikel Merino suffered a rare stress fracture in his right foot, which specialists found difficult to diagnose.
- ▪He has been out for almost four months and is now training with the squad again.
- ▪Merino expressed concern about missing the World Cup and the end of the season due to his injury.
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