Mikel Merino
2028 · clause 77,5 M€
Weak foot ★★★★★ · Skill moves ★★★★★
International ★★★★★
How to get the best out of Mikel Merino in Career Mode
Mikel Merino is a midfielder at Arsenal (83 overall, CM) — very good at that. At 29 they're at their peak and deliver from matchday one. Above all they stand out for their short passing (84).
By FAFIFA Team · updated September 2025
How do you play Mikel Merino?
Their place is in central midfield as CM. They're the engine of midfield: circulate the ball, start moves and connect defence to attack. Surround them with legs that run for them. They can also play ST. The game also rewards them with roles like Box-to-Box and Target forward, which reinforce that profile.
What are you buying?
Their weapons: short passing (84), ball control (84) and reading of the game (83). Their short passing is very good and it's the trait to build their game around.
Do they have weaknesses?
For their role there's no weakness of note; a very well-rounded player.
Are they worth the price?
Their market price sits around 41,9 M€, with 189 K€ in wages. Not a bargain, but money well spent if you want a reliable starter from day one.
What is Mikel Merino's best position?
Their best position is CM, though they can also play ST.
How high can Mikel Merino's rating go?
They're already at their ceiling (83): at their age the rating won't rise.
Are they expensive to sign?
Their market value is around 41,9 M€, with 189 K€ wages.
Are they reliable on the ball?
Their short passing is 84 — notable for their position.
Career Mode performance
Real average reached by the community · coming soon, once careers are loggedAttributes · 34 stats
Pace
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By pitch position
Computed with sofifa’s official position formula over the individual attributes. The +n is the growth up to potential.
Specialities and traits
No specialities or traits recorded for this player.
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