Mikel Merino, the midfielder for Real Sociedad, has acknowledged the interest from FC Barcelona in his services. Merino described the attention from such a prestigious club as a “compliment” and believes it reflects positively not only on him but also on Real Sociedad’s performance.
“It’s a compliment for me, it’s positive for Real Sociedad also. It’s nice to hear that there’s interest,” Merino stated, expressing his appreciation for the recognition.
Impact on Real Sociedad
Merino further commented on the implications of Barcelona’s interest, suggesting it is an indicator of the high-quality work being done at Real Sociedad. “It means that Real Sociedad are doing very good things, actually,” he mentioned in a statement reported by @scapde_45.
Focus on the Euros
Despite the rumors surrounding his future club affiliation, Merino emphasized that his current priority remains the European Championship. “Now my full focus is only on the Euros,” he declared, indicating his commitment to performing well in the upcoming tournament.