Arsenal midfielder Martin Odegaard is reportedly a target for Paris Saint-Germain heading into the summer transfer window.
According to a report from Daily Mail, Paris Saint-Germain are keen on signing Norwegian attacking midfielder Martin Odegaard. But it remains to be seen whether they can come to an agreement with Arsenal in the coming weeks.
Odegaard has been an indispensable asset for Arsenal this season, scoring 15 goals and picking up eight assists in the league. Arsenal managed to challenge for the league title this year, and Odegaard was one of the main reasons why they managed to perform at such a high level.
Furthermore, the 24-year-old is the captain of the club, and it seems highly unlikely that Arsenal will sanction his departure anytime soon. The Arsenal talisman has the potential to play at the highest level, and he could develop into a world-class midfielder in the coming seasons. It is hardly a surprise that PSG are keen on securing his services this summer.
The French champions are one of the richest clubs in the world, and they have the finances to pull off the transfer. They need to add more quality to their midfield to compete for the elusive UEFA Champions League next season. PSG have struggled to dominate proceedings in the middle of the park.
However, Arsenal have managed to qualify for the UEFA Champions League and are not in need of money right now. The Gunners reportedly have a transfer budget of around £180 million-plus sales. So they are under no pressure to sell a key player this summer.
It is highly unlikely that Mikel Arteta will sanction the departure of his best midfielder this summer. Odegaard has had ample playing time this season, and he has been handed a key role in the club. The Norwegian international is unlikely to force a move away from the north London club either.
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He will look to continue to improve as a player with regular game time at a high level with Arsenal. In addition, the Arsenal talisman will want to win a major trophy with them next season. It seems that PSG might have to wait for some time before they can lure the 24-year-old away from the Emirates Stadium.
