Arsenal have been without Martin Odegaard for weeks, and now, the captain could return at the perfect time.
Odegaard said he was recovering well while he was with the Norway national team during the international break.
Arsenal knew that the Norwegian was nearing his return; however, there has been a sudden boost regarding his availability.
On X, Arsenal insider Hand of Arsenal reported the news that there’s now a ‘possibility’ that the playmaker will be available for selection for the North London Derby.
It was stressed that any decision on Odegaard’s involvement will be a ‘late call’, which is the same situation that the other players awaiting their return will face.
After a stressful time on the injury front, Mikel Arteta could finally receive a much-needed boost in the form of his captain.
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Odegaard’s possible return isn’t the only good news Arsenal have received over the international break.
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Though Viktor Gyokeres is expected to miss the clash against Tottenham, at Colney, Gabriel Jesus looks sharp in training upon his return from an ACL issue.
Arsenal are yet to share where Noni Madueke’s recovery is at, with the same applicable for Gabriel Martinelli.
It could be that the Gunners receive an almighty boost going forward, just in time for their rivals’ visit.
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