Arsenal have confirmed that Martin Odegaard suffered a knee ligament injury during Saturday’s win over West Ham United. The midfielder was substituted during the first half, having initially tried to play on before dropping back down to the turf. He was later spotted in a knee brace and the severity of the problem has now been confirmed.
Odegaard has sustained a medial collateral ligament injury to his left knee, forcing him to withdraw from the Norway squad. He was initially called up by his national team but has pulled out due to his latest setback. Arsenal confirmed the news on Sunday, revealing that Odegaard would remain in London during the international break for treatment.
They said: “Martin will continue to be assessed and treated by our medical team at Sobha Realty Training Centre during the international window, with the aim of a return to action as soon as possible.”
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