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Arsenal push to extend 27yo’s contract amid Bayern reports

Arsenal are pushing to extend Martin Odegaard's contract, with Bayern Munich sources playing down their transfer interest in him.

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 11:02 AM
Arsenal push to extend 27yo’s contract amid Bayern reports
Key Things to Know
  • Arsenal have begun informal talks to agree on a contract extension with club captain Martin Odegaard.
  • Bayern Munich sources have downplayed interest, noting Odegaard is not currently a priority permanent transfer target.
  • Odegaard's existing Arsenal contract expires in 2028, with the club seeking to avoid entering his final year.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal are actively pushing to secure an early contract extension for captain Martin Odegaard, holding informal talks to protect his future. While reports from Sky Sports Germany noted past contacts with Bayern Munich, sources indicate the 27-year-old midfielder is not currently a priority transfer target for the Bundesliga club.

Odegaard's present contract is set to expire in 2028, and Arsenal aim to avoid letting the permanent deal reach its final years. After enduring multiple injury setbacks during the 2025/26 campaign, the playmaker has since returned to consistent fitness and strong form for club and country.

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