Odegaard’s Arsenal Future in Doubt as Eze Shines and Kepa Deal Puzzles club legend
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Arsenal supporters are grappling with questions surrounding captain Martin Odegaard’s place in the team following a dominant performance against Tottenham Hotspur and ahead of a crucial Champions league clash with Bayern Munich. The Gunners, currently six points clear at the top of the Premier League with only one defeat all season, face a stern test against the Bundesliga champions, who remain undefeated across all competitions.
Eze’s Emergence Fuels Debate Over Arsenal’s Attacking Midfield
The remarkable form of Eberechi Eze, highlighted by a recent hat-trick, has sparked debate about the optimal lineup for Mikel Arteta’s side.Eze is expected to retain his starting position,leading some to question whether the Norwegian captain will be able to reclaim his spot.
According to one prominent pundit, Eze has sent a clear message to Arteta. “Right now, Eze has just said to Mikel Arteta, ‘You need to rethink that, and I’ve got to be the first name right now. I’ve got the shirt. Odegaard’s got to come and get it back off me even tho he’s the captain,'” the analyst stated.
several other well-known figures in the footballing world echoed this sentiment. Gary Neville suggested that Eze’s skillset is better suited to the number 10 role, noting, “I think he’s better in the 10… I think he’s got the ability to beat a man with the ball at his feet. I think he’s got the ability to sort of go and do something that’s more unpredictable, maybe than Odegaard.”
Odegaard’s season has been hampered by injury, with just six Premier league appearances and only one complete 90-minute performance to date. His absence was not keenly felt in the 4-1 victory over Tottenham, further fueling the discussion about his current role within the squad.
– Eberechi Eze’s hat-trick against Luton Town was the first of his Premier League career,solidifying his growing reputation as a dynamic attacking threat.
Kepa Arrival Raises Eyebrows at the Emirates
Alongside the debate surrounding Odegaard, the summer signing of goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has drawn criticism from within the club. Despite being signed for £5 million as backup to David Raya, the 31-year-old has featured in only two games this season, both in the Carabao cup.
Arsenal legend Lee Dixon expressed his bewilderment at the move, stating, “Yeah, I couldn’t believe he came… I don’t know why you would, at his stage of his career, make that decision. He’s never going to play. He’s only going to play if David Raya gets injured.” Dixon speculated that personal reasons might be behind the Spaniard’s decision, but from a purely footballing perspective, the transfer “didn’t make any sense to me whatsoever.”
– David Raya has maintained a save percentage of 78.9% in the Premier League this season, demonstrating his reliability in goal for Arsenal.
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– Can arsenal maintain their lead in the Premier League? Their upcoming match against Bayern Munich will be a significant test of their title credentials.
As Arsenal prepares for a challenging Champions League tie against Bayern Munich, the questions surrounding Odegaard’s fitness and form, coupled with the puzzling Kepa signing, highlight the ongoing evolution of Arteta’s squad and the intense competition for places within the team.
