Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has reportedly made a personal approach to RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa as the club considers a move for the Norway international in January.
Odegaard is said to have spoken to his international team-mate about the possibility of joining him at the Emirates Stadium. The 21-year-old is understood to be a player the Arsenal captain would like to see added to Mikel Arteta’s squad.
Arsenal face €80m valuation for Antonio Nusa
Nusa has emerged as one of Europe’s most highly rated young attackers since moving to Leipzig. He has scored six goals and provided eight assists in 15 appearances across all competitions this season.
His pace, dribbling and creativity would give Arsenal another option in the wide areas, while his ability to play from the left could offer Arteta greater flexibility in selecting his forward line.
Leipzig, however, are not expected to make negotiations straightforward. The German club are reportedly prepared to consider offers of about €80 million, equivalent to roughly £66 million, for the winger.
Arsenal have the financial strength to pursue such an ambitious deal, although the valuation could still prove a significant obstacle during the January transfer window.
Juventus are also understood to be interested in Nusa, but the Italian club may find it difficult to meet Leipzig’s demands. Arsenal will hope Odegaard’s intervention can help give them an advantage in the race for the Norwegian’s signature.
