In response to rumors that he is in contract extension talks, Martin Odegaard says he hopes to play for Arsenal for a “long time.”.
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The captain of Arsenal’s current contract is set to expire in 2025, and it’s been reported that the team intends to begin contract negotiations with the captain for a longer and better deal in the coming weeks and months.
Given how crucial Odegaard is to Mikel Arteta, this news has thrilled Arsenal supporters, as the attacking midfielder is expected to become the newest player to pledge his future to the Emirates.
Those who have signed new contracts in the recent months include Aaron Ramsdale, William Saliba, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Martinelli.
Despite interest from PSG over the summer, the north London club doesn’t fear losing the former Real Madrid starlet, who first joined the organization in January 2021.
In contrast, when questioned about the contract discussions while serving with Norway abroad, Odegaard remained quiet.
The 24-year-old told Norwegian outlet Nettavisen, “I don’t have much to say, other than the fact that I am very happy at Arsenal and I hope I can be there for a long time.”.
Beyond that, I’m at a loss for words.
The national team is the subject of attention right now.’.
Norway has had a successful international break. Odegaard led Norway to a 6-0 victory over Jordan in a friendly match, and on Tuesday he scored in a 2-1 victory over Georgia.
Even though they still trail Scotland and Spain in their group, that result has kept their chances of making it to Euro 2024 alive.
Georgia would have guaranteed their spot in the finals in Germany if they had drawn with Scotland, who on Tuesday lost 3-1 to rivals England in a friendly.
With Arsenal visiting Everton on Sunday, Odegaard’s focus is now on preserving the Gunners’ unbeaten start to the season.
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