If there is a new deal between Real Madrid and Arsenal about Martin Odegaard, it should be announced soon. According to multiply sources from both Spain and England, the deal between the two clubs for the talented Norwegian is almost done. One of the remaining unknowns is weather it will be a permanent contract, or another loan. If it’s a transfer, Real will want a buy-back clause in the contract.🚨 There has been a significant breakthrough in the negotiations between Arsenal and Real Madrid for a permanent Martin Ødegaard transfer. Barring an unlikely turn of events, he will crush the Norwegian transfer record. Arsenal hope to have him ready for Chelsea on Sunday. #AFC pic.twitter.com/F1ZqOajwTE— Arilas Ould-Saada (@arilasos) August 17, 2021 It was an easy decision for the Norwegian midfielder, since Carlo Ancelotti made it clear that Odegaard is not part of his plans and, due to the number of midfielders in the squad. The youngster hasn’t even been registered to play in La Liga and a move to Arsenal, where he had 20 appearances while on loan since January seems like a logical move. The Gunners need a creative midfielder apart from Rowen-Smith and the Norwegian convinced them that he is the answer. So far, the move for James Maddison from Leicester didn’t materialize (the asking price of 9 billion Ksh is the main reason), so Odegaard is a logical solution. If it happens, Maddison quest will be officially over. ARSENAL – CHELSEABut, why are Real so hesitant to have a buy-back clause, if they let him go? Odegaard arrived at Real Madrid in 2015 but has made just 11 first team appearances. Currently, Real has a strong group of midfielders and the Norwegian could hardly get a chance, and at this stage of his career, he needs regular playing time. On the other hand, two of Real’s strongest midfielders, Luka Modric and Tony Kroos are 35 and 31 years old. They are not Real’s future, Odegaard (22) could be. The Royal club wants to secure themselves with a buy-back option, in case the Norwegian becomes hugely successful in London. Blind faith: The Gunners give a vote of confidence to captain Xhaka by offering him contract extensionOn Wednesday, Odegaard was absent from Real Madrid’s training session, while the details of the deal were being discussed. If there are no ‘hiccups’, he will be available for coach Arteta for the London derby with Chelsea on Sunday.
