Merida admits that the decision to leave Barcelona and join Arsenal was not easy, but I would repeat the choice.
Recently, former Barcelona academy player Merida admitted in an interview that although the decision to leave Barcelona to join Arsenal was difficult, he firmly believed that it was the right choice for his career and said that he would not hesitate to make the same decision again.
Merida was once a shining star in Barcelona's youth system, but faced with a competitive first team and a lack of opportunities, he made the difficult decision to leave. At Arsenal, Merida found more opportunities to play and a platform to showcase himself, opening a new chapter in his career.
In the interview, Merida said: "It was a difficult decision to leave Barça, after all, that's where I grew up. But at Arsenal I found more opportunities and that's been crucial for my development. I'm proud to play for such a big club. ”
He stressed that it was not easy to make this choice in his career, but he believed it was the right path to achieve his football dream. His performances at Arsenal have also been recognised and he has contributed a number of wonderful moments to the team.
Merida's decision highlights the player's balance between pursuing professional development and achieving personal goals. His candid statements have also made fans more understanding of his decision and full of anticipation for his future career path.