Mikel Merino returns to full training with Spain ahead of World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Mikel Merino has returned to full training with Spain following recovery from a foot injury that sidelined him for four months. The Arsenal midfielder completed two individual sessions before rejoining the team. He has played limited minutes in Spain's last three matches, totaling no more than 29 minutes across two friendlies and one World Cup game. Spain has been cautious with his return, given earlier doubts about his fitness for the tournament.
- •Merino fractured a bone in his foot, missing 28 matches.
- •He played 29 minutes total in Spain's recent games.
- •His limited appearances were part of a cautious recovery plan.
- •Merino returned for Arsenal in the Champions League final.
- •Spain aims to manage his workload heading into the tournament.
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Mikel Merino returns to full Spain training
"The Arsenal midfielder has played limited minutes in Spain’s past three matches after returning for the Champions League final.Photo by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty ImagesMikel Merino has returned to ful...
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