Mikel Merino, Spanish footballer
Mikel Merino Zazón (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈmikel meˈɾino]; born 22 June 1996) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Real Sociedad and the Spain national team.
After starting out at Osasuna, he went on to play for Borussia Dortmund, Newcastle United and Real Sociedad.
Merino represented Spain in two European Under-21 Championships, winning the 2019 edition. He made his full debut in 2020.