The retired England international said on Match of the Day:
He added in praise of Odegaard’s talent:
Odegaard initially joined Arsenal on loan in January 2021. The Norway international completed a permanent transfer last summer for a £30 million fee (plus £4 million in add-ons).
The 23-year-old midfielder has scored 12 goals and provided seven assists in 64 appearances across all competitions for the Gunners. However, Odegaard’s performance this season is what prompted Lineker to speak so highly of him.
The Gunners midfielder has already scored three goals in Arsenal’s opening four Premier League fixtures. Odegaard played an instrumental role in the north London side’s comeback against Fulham yesterday (August 27), scoring a goal in the 2-1 victory.
Real Madrid’s iconic midfield trio seems to be fading away. Modric and Kroos are in the final stages of their careers, while Casemiro has left the Bernabeu this summer to join Manchester United.
However, Los Blancos have signed Aurelien Tchouameni this summer, replenishing a midfield that already includes Eduardo Camavinga.
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti rules out further signings
Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Real Madrid will not make any more signings in the final stages of the transfer window. The former Everton head coach spoke about the La Liga side’s transfer plans after being asked about Marco Asensio’s future at the club.
The Italian boss said in a news conference (via ESPN):
Los Blancos have signed Antonio Rudiger and Aurelien Tchouameni this summer. However, the Spanish giants have also witnessed the departures of Casemiro, Gareth Bale, and Isco, among others.
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