Arsenal Captain Martin Odegaard Injured Before Derby

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard suffered an ankle injury during Norway's Nations League match against Austria, leading to fears of ligament damage. The injury comes just before a critical week for Arsenal, which includes the north London derby against Tottenham, as well as matches against Atalanta and Manchester City. Former striker Troy Deeney suggested that Arsenal may regret selling Emile Smith Rowe to Fulham as they face a midfield crisis with Odegaard and Declan Rice both likely sidelined. With Odegaard's absence, manager Mikel Arteta must consider his options, including potentially shifting Kai Havertz into a more central role or relying on Jorginho, who has yet to play this season. Additionally, the Turkish transfer window remains open, raising speculation about Jorginho's potential departure to Galatasaray. Arsenal's squad depth is being tested as they navigate these challenges ahead of important fixtures.