'I wouldn't move to a club not aligned with my desires'

New signing Mikel Merino says Arsenal is the "perfect match" for him and he wants to "fulfil my dreams" with the club.

The 28-year-old completed his move from Real Sociedad on Tuesday, having spent the past six seasons with the La Liga side, making 242 appearances and scoring 27 goals.

"I wouldn't move to a club not aligned with my desires," Merino told club media.

"What I want is to grow, to win, to fulfil my dreams - and I think this club has the same mentality. This is something I value a lot. I value a lot the work they put in every single day.

"I have spoken with Mikel [Arteta] and he's told me the way they work, and I love that way of working as well. So I think it's the perfect match. Now it's time to get to work - the part I love doing - and hopefully everything goes well."

Arsenal have once again strengthened their squad as they look to secure their first Premier League trophy in more than 10 years, having come up short to Manchester City in the past two seasons.

"The thing that inspires me a lot is they keep doing it. They are keeping the hunger, they won't give up and I want to come here and help them achieve their goals," added Merino.

"Obviously they have an amazing team, an amazing squad. I can see they have amazing facilities, amazing staff around them. So I think it's the best mix, and hopefully this year we can do big things together."