Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard has picked up a fresh knee injury. This is a double boost for Manchester City, with one of their players set for more Norway prominence, and Arsenal weakened if the injury drags on.
Norwegian outlet VG look at how the injury can benefit Citizens’ talent Oscar Bobb.
Norway take on Israel in their next World Cup qualifier. The Manchester City player is likely to take the creative role over from the Arsenal midfielder.
Pep Guardiola has been in close contact with Norway manager Stale Solbakken. The 22-year-old has been a key topic of discussion between the two.
Solbakken told VG that it is positive that Manchester City are using the versatile attacker regularly.
“The positive thing is that he is being used and is among the 15-16 players closest to the team. If you are among them at City, you will always get playing time.”
The outlet note Guardiola also spoke to the Norway manager about Bobb playing in a central role.
Due to Ødegaard’s injury, the captain’s armband will be taken over by Erling Haaland.
The striker has 12 goals in all competitions for Manchester City this season.