Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has been sidelined since suffering an ankle injury during Norway’s international match against Austria in September. While manager Mikel Arteta initially suggested Odegaard could return soon, Norway’s coach Stale Solbakken has revealed that the midfielder is still far from ready for selection, ruling him out of the October international break. Solbakken emphasized that Odegaard remains a crucial player for both Norway and Arsenal, but his recovery is taking longer than expected.
Arteta Tipped as Guardiola’s Successor
Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta has been tipped as a potential successor to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. According to Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit, Guardiola has shown signs of fatigue in recent years, making Arteta a natural candidate to take over. With his experience at City and his success in implementing a similar philosophy at Arsenal, Arteta could be on City’s radar when Guardiola decides to step down.
Arsenal and Real Madrid in Transfer Battle for Brazilian Talent
Arsenal has entered a transfer race with Real Madrid to sign 18-year-old Palmeiras star Vitor Reis. The Brazilian defender has been impressive since his debut, catching the eye of both European clubs. Despite signing a contract extension with Palmeiras until 2028, the player’s £83 million release clause has left the door open for a potential move. However, Palmeiras are keen to keep Reis until after the 2025 Club World Cup.
