Mikel Merino, Arsenal’s recent signing, expressed his astonishment at the club’s unique and rigorous training methods at London Colney. After making his debut as a substitute against PSG following a training injury, he described Arsenal’s training as unlike anything he had experienced before. In an interview with CBS Sports, he stated, “They implement practices I’ve never encountered in my career. The techniques are entirely new to me, so it naturally requires some time to adjust.”
The Spanish midfielder emphasized the mental and physical challenges players face daily. He noted, “Once you grasp it, you reach a different level because they push you every day—not just physically, but mentally. It keeps you mentally sharp, which is evident in matches.”
