Arsenal are reportedly prepared to entertain offers for captain Martin Odegaard in the upcoming summer transfer window amid growing speculation over his future, according to multiple transfer sources, as they seek to balance the books, which could alert CHELSEA
The Norway international, who has been a key creative force since joining the Gunners, could be one of several high-profile departures as manager Mikel Arteta looks to reshape his squad.
Recent reports suggest ARSENAL are weighing up a potential sale of Odegaard as part of a plan to help balance the books at the Emirates.
The club has recently spent over £260 million to bring in new players but now has to raise some funds to comply with financial regulations and is having internal discussions over which players could depart
Despite being club captain, the midfielder’s influence in the 2025/26 season has been impacted by fitness problems and fluctuating form, with his goal contribution and creative output dipping compared to previous campaigns.
TalkSport claims that Arsenal could move for a midfield successor such as Declan Rice to take on a leadership role if Odegaard departs, underscoring the club’s readiness to refresh its engine room. CHELSEA and Barcelona have been been linked with a move for the midfielder.
This rumour comes amid broader narratives about squad depth and competition for places, with pundits noting that players like Eberechi Eze have made an impact that could shift the creative hierarchy at the Emirates.
Could Chelsea Really Sign Odegaard?
The Norwegian international, Arsenal’s captain and chief playmaker, remains one of the club’s most influential figures. He signed a long-term contract extension in 2023 that runs until 2028, a deal designed to secure the midfielder at the Emirates during his prime years.
Ødegaard’s market value and global profile mean he could generate a significant transfer windfall if the club decides to cash in.
CHELSEA are expected to prioritise creativity in midfield as they reshape their squad ahead of next season. A move for Ødegaard would represent a bold attempt to sign one of the Premier League’s elite playmakers from a direct rival.
While such a transfer remains speculative, Arsenal’s financial situation could turn an unlikely scenario into one of the summer’s biggest stories
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