Captain Martin Ødegaard has been the indisputable captain at Arsenal since his appointment in 2022. We were excited when Arteta signed Aston Villa captain Declan Rice, but the two leaders have managed the division of responsibilities in an excellent way, with Ødegaard in charge. So when Arsenal again bid for a Premier League captain, we automatically give the thumbs up. The London club needs leadership types – who deliver in the Premier League.
Danish Bold reports Arsenal have sent an offer to Brentford. While Manchester United are working intensely to sign striker and top scorer Bryan Mbeumo, Arsenal are looking for more power in midfield with Thomas Partey on his way away from the club. Then it’s time to bring in Christian Nørgaard.
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Arsenal will go all the way to the top of the Premier League, the Danish international has shown him during 122 games in the world’s toughest league he can do very well. Last season, the defensive midfielder was also behind 5 goals and 4 assists in the Premier League.
The Danish media claims captain Nørgaard’s performances in midfield in the Premier League to Brentford’s strong 10th place have impressed Mikel Arteta. With manager Thomas Frank gone, Brentford are not keen on losing their captain as well, but when Arsenal knock on the 31-year-old’s door, it could be difficult to stop the process.
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Benfica previously tempted with Champions League bets on Nørgaard, but the Dane turned it down. He wanted to stay with his family in London. This is what Arsenal can offer. It remains to be seen whether Brentford will give the green light for exit, if the captain has mentally agreed to fight for titles with Arsenal.
