Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is reportedly moving closer to a transfer to Galatasaray after his agent negotiated personal terms. According to Turkish journalist Selman Ozturk, Odegaard’s agent, Bjorn Kvarme, has been in Istanbul, and there are no remaining issues for the Norway international regarding the move.

However, club-to-club negotiations still need to be completed. Discussions have already begun over a potential €40m transfer deal.

Key details include:

• Galatasaray has reached an agreement with Odegaard on all matters.
• The player's agent confirmed that there are no remaining issues from the player’s side.
• Negotiations with Arsenal focus on a target of under €40 million or long-term installments.

Odegaard has been a pivotal player for Mikel Arteta’s project at Arsenal, once being hailed as one of the best players in the Premier League during the 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons. However, his recent form has dipped due to recurring injury issues.

His performance statistics reveal:

• 2021/22: 40 games, 7 goals
• 2022/23: 45 games, 15 goals
• 2023/24: 48 games, 11 goals
• 2024/25: 45 games, 6 goals
• 2025/26: 36 games, 1 goal

While Odegaard lifted the Premier League title with Arsenal recently, his contributions fell short of expectations. Selling him might be a strategic move, but finding a suitable replacement won’t be easy. The former Real Madrid player excels in dictating play and contributing to both goals and assists from midfield.

If Arsenal manages to secure €40 million from this potential transfer, it could provide funds, but it still may not suffice to invest in a player of similar caliber.