Despite winning three of their first four games and drawing the fourth against Fulham, Arsenal has yet to completely break out of second gear this season. A team’s ability to earn results even when not playing at its peak is frequently an indication of champions, thus this form is encouraging for the Gunners’ chances of competing for the Premier League crown once more.
While they find their best and most ruthless form in the upcoming weeks as well, the Gunners will be careful to stay away from any distractions off the pitch. Therefore, it may be important to sign important players to long-term contracts, as is reportedly the case with one particular top player.
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Arsenal strengthened the groundwork laid last season throughout the summer by bringing in players like Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber. It is now the ideal time to secure the future of their key players because they have filled any gaps and assembled a team that is ready to compete on all fronts.
Being a one-hit wonder is the last thing that North London will want to be. Mikel Arteta will seek a permanent position among Europe’s elite this time. And with that, it appears that one midfielder will sign a new contract.
Martin Odegaard, the club captain, is reportedly close to signing a new contract with Arsenal. His current agreement expires in 2025, with an option for an additional year. According to 90min, Ben White, whose contract expires in 2026, will also receive a new agreement at The Emirates along with Odegaard.
The pair is ready to join the ranks of writers such as William Saliba, Gabriel Martinelli, and Bukayo Saka by signing a contract, capping off an impressive few months for Arsenal off the pitch.
How has Martin Odegaard been doing thus far this year?
Odegaard is currently performing at the peak of his mercurial powers. He might step things up even further after the international break in an effort to help his team stay pace with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.
Odegaard has already made 25 progressive passes, 16 progressive carries, and two goals in just four league matches, according to FBref. The midfielder will unquestionably be crucial if Arsenal is to win any trophies this year.
Erling Haaland, a Manchester City player and fellow Norwegian, has praised Odegaard for his brutal play, telling The Mirror: “Odegaard, my good friend. Since he first arrived at Arsenal, he has been making incredible progress alongside [Mikel] Arteta, and now he is the captain.
That aside, the fact that they are giving Odegaard a new contract demonstrates how much better Arsenal is these days at making decisions off the pitch.