Arsenal cancel Martin Odegaard's private jet as Gunners sweat on captain's new injury fear

Odegaard was forced off in the first half of Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over West Ham after colliding knees with Crysencio Summerville. The 26-year-old attempted to continue twice before signalling he could no longer play, visibly frustrated as he left the pitch. He was later spotted with a brace on his knee, which has prompted Arsenal to cancel his private jet to Norway for international duty, as per football.london.

Odegaard had only recently returned from a shoulder problem and was eager to regain rhythm ahead of the October international break. Norway are set to face Israel in a vital World Cup qualifier next Saturday, with Odegaard’s availability now in serious doubt. The national team is awaiting updates from Arsenal’s medical staff before deciding whether to call up a replacement.

Mikel Arteta admitted after the game that the early signs “don’t look positive” for his skipper. “He’s not feeling great right now, and we’ll need to assess it properly before making any decisions,” the Arsenal boss said. The setback adds to a growing injury list for the Gunners and continues a worrying trend for Odegaard, who has been forced off in three straight Premier League home starts.

Arsenal’s medical team will continue to assess the severity of Odegaard’s knee issue in the coming days. The Gunners will be desperate to avoid another lengthy absence for their captain, especially with key fixtures looming after the international break. If scans reveal any significant damage, Odegaard could be sidelined for several weeks.