In a recent report, Eurosport has mentioned that Arsenal are eyeing a second loan move for Martin Odegaard, who is set to return to his parent club Real Madrid at the end of this campaign. It is believed that the Gunners intend to explore another loan spell for the Norwegian playmaker, especially if they fail to agree on a permanent transfer with Los Blancos for the player this summer (via Eurosport).
Odegaard’s Encouraging Loan Spell At The Emirates Stadium
The Drammen-born sensation is having a fruitful loan spell in the English capital after producing some eye-catching displays in the number ten position. Odegaard has made 12 appearances for the North London club this term, finding the back of the net twice in the process on all fronts.
The 22-year-old has managed to be productive with his contributions in the attacking third as he is averaging 1.3 shots, 1.3 key passes and 1.0 dribbles per game in this Premier League campaign. The Norwegian youngster has distributed possession relatively well in the opponent’s half, as evidenced by his pass completion rate of 91.3% in the English first division (stats via whoscored).
Odegaard is currently enjoying his football under the watchful eyes of Mikel Arteta and could benefit from spending another season with the Gunners, as such a move could help him improve as a footballer and break into the world-class bracket someday.
What Are The Norwegian Attacker’s Best Attributes?
Odegaard is a joy to watch in the way he conducts himself as Arsenal’s primary attacking midfielder. He has excellent ball control and dribbling ability to keep possession in tight spaces. The Norwegian talent has a varied range of passes under his belt and can set-up some meaningful chances for his teammates in the final third. However, he needs to figure out a way to improve his productivity in front of the opposition goal.
Keeping Odegaard On Loan For Another Season: A No-Brainer For Arteta?
Odegaard is currently one of the first names in Arteta’s teamsheet because of his ability to dominate the game on the offensive end of the pitch. Hence, it is a no-brainer for the Arsenal boss to try everything in his power to get the Norwegian on board for another year. However, it won’t be easy for the Gunners to make it happen as Los Blancos boss Zinedine Zidane might look to include Odegaard in his first-team plans for next season.
Either way, the North Londoners have to do their best to keep Odegaard at the Emirates Stadium beyond this summer as he has what it takes to help them earn a place back in the Premier League’s ‘Top Four’ in the future.
