Martin Odegaard has proven to be a big success at Arsenal since making the permanent switch from Real Madrid last summer, and Mikel Arteta could now look to repeat a similar masterstroke signing before the window slams shut on Thursday.
That's because the Gunners are said to be exploring a deal to sign Odegaard's former teammate, Marco Asensio, according to the Mirror. The report claims that Asensio has joined Jorge Mendes' Gestifute agency, and a representative is on standby to talk to the Gunners in London, with sources close to the player suggesting Arsenal remain in the driving seat to secure his signature despite links to Manchester United.
It has also been previously reported that Real Madrid offered Asensio a new contract, with just under a year remaining on his current deal. However, the new offer did not match the player's demands, increasing fears he could eventually move on as a free agent.
