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Arsenal targets Dani Olmo as potential Martin Odegaard replacement

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Last updated May 31, 2026

Arsenal targets Dani Olmo as potential Martin Odegaard replacement

Summary

Arsenal is reportedly considering a move for Dani Olmo of Barcelona as a potential alternative to Martin Odegaard. With concerns over Odegaard's fitness and form this season, including time spent injured, Arsenal views Olmo as an ideal candidate to enhance their midfield creativity. Olmo is a key player for Barcelona and regularly features when fit. The interest in Olmo comes amid competition from other European clubs, including Juventus. Barcelona is expected to demand a significant fee for Olmo, complicating Arsenal's pursuit.

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•Arsenal considers Dani Olmo as a replacement for Martin Odegaard.
•Concerns over Odegaard's fitness have prompted Arsenal's interest in Olmo.
•Olmo is a key player at Barcelona and frequently starts.
•Juventus is also pursuing Olmo ahead of the summer transfer window.
•Barcelona likely demands a significant fee for Olmo's transfer.

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10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal thinks Barcelona star can replace Martin Odegaard

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Arsenal are considering a move for Barcelona’s Dani Olmo and are reported to view him as a possible alternative to Martin Odegaard, according to Fichajes.Olmo has been on Arsenal’s radar since his...
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