Martin Odegaard issues three-word verdict as he steps up Arsenal injury return
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is edging closer to his return from an ankle injury, much to the delight of fans and teammates alike. The Norwegian midfielder, who has been sidelined for the past seven games, took a significant step forward in his rehabilitation, expressing optimism about his progress during the international break.
In a social media clip shared by Arsenal, Odegaard can be seen running on an AlterG Anti-Gravity treadmill, a specialized device used to reduce stress on joints while allowing for controlled running exercises. The video showcases a smiling Odegaard, who sums up his feelings with a brief yet uplifting message: “What a day. Running on the AlterG. Unreal.”
Odegaard sustained the injury while on international duty with Norway last month, a setback that has kept him out of action for both domestic and international fixtures. However, recent developments suggest the playmaker could be back on the pitch sooner than expected.
In Arsenal’s matchday programme ahead of their 3-1 victory over Southampton, Odegaard shared a detailed update on his recovery. “In the last week or so, I’ve made really good progress. I’m getting better and better by the day, and it’s going well,” he said. “When you feel like things are moving forward, it gives you motivation to do more and more and work harder.”
Although the timeline for his full recovery remains uncertain, Odegaard is hopeful the upcoming international break will provide extra time for rehabilitation. “Hopefully, it won’t be much longer. I think we will know more as soon as I get out on the training pitches and we see how my ankle responds,” he explained. “At the moment, it’s progressing well, and it looks better than we were thinking.”
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta also weighed in, acknowledging how difficult it has been to replace Odegaard’s impact on the field. “Martin is a key player for us. We’ve had to adapt, but we miss him. He’s one of the most important players for us,” Arteta admitted.
With Odegaard’s return on the horizon, Arsenal fans will be eagerly awaiting their captain’s comeback, hoping his presence will continue to drive the team’s impressive form.
Martin Odegaard issues three-word verdict as he steps up Arsenal injury return