Gunners skipper will not play in crucial Nations League double-header as he looks to return to full fitness after ankle injury

"I need to listen to my body, complete this rehab process and get my foot back in good shape. "The hope has always been to be able to play the national matches and if I hadn't played on Sunday, it would have been out of the question to participate anyway.

Odegaard's Inter cameo offered a tantalising glimpse into what Arsenal have missed but their approach needs refinement with our without him

Leon Osman and Jermaine Defoe discuss Martin Odegaard’s return from injury as the Gunners showed much more endeavor and creativity with the Norwegian international back in the fold.

In FourFourTwo's opinion, Arsenal are a much better side when they have Odegaard fit and firing, given his ability to help Arteta's midfield both in and out of possession. The Gun

Arsenal have revealed the reason for Martin Odegaard’s absence. Arsenal have been without club captain Martin Odegaard for the last four matches in all competitions and he hasn’t featured for the Gunners in the Premier League since a 2-2 draw against Chelsea on 21 October.