Martin Odegaard plays down Arsenal exit rumours amid Bayern Munich interest

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has played down speculation that he could leave the club, saying he is happy in north London and hopes to remain there for many years.

The Norway midfielder, 27, has recovered some form after a disappointing individual 2026-27 campaign. He has scored five goals and provided one assist in 17 appearances so far this season.

Odegaard has become one of Europe’s leading midfielders during his six-and-a-half-year spell with Arsenal. However, reports have continued to connect him with a possible move away from the club.

Bayern Munich have been reported to be interested in signing Odegaard and bringing him to Bavaria, although the German club have not made a concrete move.

Odegaard’s current contract with Arsenal runs until the summer of 2028. The midfielder was asked about his future while on international duty with Norway.

“I’m happy and hope I can stay there for a long time to come, but we haven’t started on that yet,” Odegaard said, as quoted by Metro.