Arsenal should accelerate move for 'world class' free agent they've been in talks with after Odegaard injury - opinion

Arsenal are preparing to face Tottenham Hotspur in the North London derby this weekend.

The international break is drawing to a close and Mikel Arteta will be eagerly awaiting the return of his players.

Martin Odegaard picked up an ankle injury for Norway last night and there’s a genuine concern that he could miss Sunday’s clash.

So with that said, Arsenal should accelerate a deal to sign a top-level free agent so he’s ready to make his debut against Ange Postecoglou’s men.

Adrien Rabiot of France looks on during the UEFA EURO 2024 semi-final match between Spain and France at Munich Football Arena on July 9, 2024 in Mu...
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With Odegaard set for a spell on the sidelines, it leaves Ethan Nwaneri as the only natural replacement – which would put a lot of pressure on the 17-year-old.

So, Edu Gaspar should look to wrap up a deal this week to sign Rabiot so that he can be available for selection on Sunday.

The Frenchman typically operates as a box-to-box midfielder and can contribute in the attacking third – so he’d be able to replace certain traits lost through Odegaard’s injury.

TBR Football understands Rabiot has held talks with every major club in the Premier League, so competition is rife.

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Rabiot registered eight goal involvements last season which followed 17 the year prior, amplifying his threat in the final third.

The 49-cap international started all five of France’s Euro 2024 games and is widely considered a ‘world class’ (per Football Italia) midfielder.

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