Arsenal 'open to selling' if player refuses renewal – Bayern Munich potential destination

Arsenal pushing Ødegaard to renew; if he refuses, the club would consider selling, with Bayern Munich monitoring the situation.

Martin Ødegaard's future at Arsenal requires resolution as the club seeks to extend his contract before he enters the final year. The Norway international, who joined on loan from Real Madrid in January 2021 and made the move permanent later that year, has over 20 months remaining on his current deal but Arsenal want to secure fresh terms this season.

Arsenal have held initial informal talks with Ødegaard over a renewal. If no agreement is reached, the Gunners would be open to selling him next summer. Bayern Munich have shown interest and Ødegaard has indicated he can envision a future move to Germany, though it remains unclear if the Bundesliga club has made a fresh approach recently. Bayern are currently monitoring the situation but he is not yet a priority for them.

Ødegaard's representatives appear to be using Bayern's interest as leverage in renewal negotiations with Arsenal. The 27-year-old midfielder has received approaches from several other unnamed clubs and will not lack options if a departure materialises.