Two years ago, Martin Odegaard joined Arsenal from Real Madrid on an initial loan deal until the end of the 2020/21 season.
The Norwegian, who was once dubbed as one of the most talented youngsters in Europe, made the loan switch to the Emirates Stadium on January 27, 2021, after struggling for game time at Los Blancos. Odegaard was firmly out of favour in Madrid and had just made 11 first-team appearances in a turbulent six-year spell.
Although he did spend some time out on loan at Real Sociedad and Vitesse amongst others, there was some risk on the transfer given Odegaard's lack of senior opportunities in his career. Odegaard came into a dressing room that was struggling and going through a transition period under Mikel Arteta.
