Arsenal have been strongly advised against selling Martin Ødegaard this summer, with warnings that his departure could negatively affect key midfielders like Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi.

Despite enjoying an outstanding campaign, Arsenal are reportedly considering a major sale following heavy spending in recent transfer windows. The club currently sits comfortably at the top of the Premier League, holding a significant lead over Manchester City, while also competing across multiple competitions, including domestic cups and European football, reports alldaysport.net

However, Ødegaard’s recent dip in form has sparked debate over his long-term role in the squad. The Norwegian playmaker has recorded modest numbers this season, with limited goal contributions across all competitions, and has occasionally been overlooked in favor of Eberechi Eze in recent matches.

Former Arsenal midfielder Anders Limpar believes selling Ødegaard would be a serious mistake, emphasizing the midfielder’s tactical importance to the team.

“It would be dangerous for Arsenal to sell Martin Odegaard.

The other players rely on him so much. The way he shows for the ball and dictates games, who is he taking the pressure off?

Declan Rice and that lets Declan Rice do his stuff. He takes the pressure off Martin Zubimendi too.

Suddenly Odegaard, the playmaker, is out. So the players look to Declan Rice. He is an engine but he is not a player who will make 20 assists with his passing. Zubimendi is not that player either.
They are the link players between defence and attack. Odegaard is the playmaker. He makes the other players better. He makes Zubimendi and Declan Rice better.

It’s not fair what people say about Odegaard. To say that he’s been a bad player or we need to sell him, no, I don’t think so.”

Ødegaard is currently racing to regain full fitness ahead of a crucial cup final clash, with Mikel Arteta providing an update on his condition.

“He really wants to try to be available, but we’ll have to wait and see in the next few days when he trains with the team how he feels.”

As the season reaches a decisive stage, Arsenal’s handling of Ødegaard’s situation could prove pivotal—not only for their silverware ambitions but also for maintaining balance in midfield heading into the next campaign./ALLDAYSPORT/