Arsenal hope to lure Odegaard by pairing him Leipzig star

Arsenal hope to add further appeal to Martin Odegaard by trying to sign RB Leipzig star Christopher Nkunku to play alongside him in a new-look midfield.

The Gunners are desperately hoping to land Norwegian Odegaard on a permanent deal this summer. After a slow start, he’s found his feet in recent weeks and has helped orchestrate a late surge for the European places.

After scoring a scorcher against Olympiacos, he was then on target against Tottenham in the derby. Since then, Odegaard proved himself the key man as Arsenal fought back from 3-0 down to draw at West Ham.

Excelling in the No 10 role, the Norwegian had a 93% pass completion rate and created four chances.

Even Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang conceded that he’ll ask Odegaard to make his stay permanent.

Those hopes were further boosted earlier this week when Odegaard spoke warmly about Mikel Arteta and ‘feeling at home’ with Arsenal.

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Now, according to Sky Germany, the Gunners are also trying to recruit another top star in Nkunku to play alongside Odegaard.

The French midfielder has made himself a household name in the Bundesliga since ditching PSG. He has become a regular in their side under Julian Nagelsmann, scoring seven times and assisting six in 31 appearances this season.