Martin Ødegaard

Martin Ødegaard is a Norwegian attacking midfielder born in Drammen on 17 December 1998. He developed at Strømsgodset, making his senior debut at 15 years and 118 days to become the youngest player in Norwegian top-flight history. In 2015, Real Madrid signed Ødegaard, where he made 11 senior appearances across six years while gaining experience on loan at Heerenveen and Vitesse. A 2019 loan to Real Sociedad brought a more prominent role in Spain, including a Copa del Rey tie against his parent club. Ødegaard joined Arsenal on loan in January 2021 before making the move permanent, establishing himself as a left-footed creator operating from the right side of midfield. Arsenal appointed him captain in 2022, and he helped the club return to Champions League football while becoming central to its pressing and build-up play. Ødegaard also represents Norway at international level.