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Bayern Munich monitoring Martin Odegaard’s Arsenal contract situation

Arsenal have opened discussions over Martin Odegaard’s future, with the captain’s contract situation beginning to attract attention from elsewhere in Europe.Photo by Carl Recine/Getty ImagesBayern...

Bayern Munich monitoring Martin Odegaard’s Arsenal contract situation

Bayern Munich are monitoring Martin Odegaard's contract situation with Arsenal, as the club seeks to secure their captain's future, according to a report by Sky Germany. Odegaard's current contract with Arsenal expires in 2028, and Arsenal have had informal talks about extending it. The German club has been following Odegaard's progress for years, maintaining contact with his representatives.

Other prominent European teams have also shown interest, though no specific names have been mentioned. It's crucial to note that these discussions do not necessarily indicate a transfer imminent. Odegaard, who started his career at Arsenal on loan from Real Madrid in 2021 before making it permanent, has been a crucial player for the team since being named captain in 2022.

This season, the Norwegian international has scored four goals and provided one assist in 14 appearances, including wins against Chelsea and Napoli.

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