If you’re Odegaard, the club captain and 18 months ago you were the guy. So if you’re Martin Odegaard, do you stick around? I’ve always liked Martin Odegaard and the way he plays because he’s very elegant, but he’s not influential anymore. But with Eze right now the moves are not the same, he’s more vertical, more influential and he’s going to help [Viktor] Gyokeres too." View 2 Images LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 04: Martin Odegaard and Eberechi Eze of Arsenal talk during the Premier League match between Arsenal and West Ham United at Emirates Stadium on October 04, 2025 in London, England.

Source: Daily Mirror February 24, 2026 17:39 UTC