Real Madrid have no buyout clause for Martin Odegaard as Norwegian shines again for Premier League leaders Arsenal

Martin Odegaard’s contract at Arsenal does not include a buyout clause for his former club Real Madrid, it has been confirmed.

The Norwegian signed for the Gunners from Los Blancos in the summer of 2021 after a loan spell in the second of the 2020/21 campaign.

He has since proven to be a crucial asset to Arsenal, who remain top of the Premier League table thanks to their efforts in the 4-2 draw against Brighton.

However, if Madrid were considering bringing him back to the Santiago Bernabeu, it might be more difficult for them.

fabrice romano revealed that the European giants don’t have a buyout clause for Odegaard.

The 24-year-old is said to be ‘in love’ with the current project at Arsenal, having amassed 12 goals so far this season.

He was on hand to score and assist against Brighton on New Year’s Eve as Mikel Arteta’s side went seven points clear at the top of the table.

Odegaard scored Arsenal’s second of the game after Bukayo Saka’s opener in two minutes.

Further goals from Eddie Nketiah and Gabriel Martinelli secured their victory on the road.

They now have a considerable lead over defending champions Manchester City, who dropped points at home to Everton.

Odegaard has now made 81 appearances for Arsenal in all competitions since his arrival.

He is becoming one of the best midfielders in the Premier League, with Arsenal thriving when fit.