Pep Guardiola Heaps Praise On Arsenal Star Ahead Of Mammoth Clash With Manchester City

Pep Guardiola Heaps Praise On Arsenal Star Ahead Of Mammoth Clash With Manchester City

Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola has sung the praises of Arsenal superstar Martin Odegaard ahead of their monster clash on Wednesday, April 26 at the Etihad Stadium.

The former Barcelona manager recalled seeing Odegaard during a training session for Bayern Munich, where he impressed all onlookers – he would eventually decide to sign for Real Madrid, despite Bayern’s interest.


Not only did Guardiola praise the Norweigan’s talent and technical ability, he also spoke highly of Odegaard’s leadership abilities and how he has worn the captain’s armband for Arsenal with authority.

“I remember perfectly, he came with his father for two or three days of training sessions. I needed five minutes to think, ‘this player plays good’.

“I think he made a tour all over Europe, training for however many clubs. In the end, Arsenal was attractive for him, an exceptional player, captain at his age in Arsenal in a short time there is because you have to be a special personality, has the strength to be captain. Mikel wouldn’t give him captaincy if he didn’t have the strength to be captain.”

Odegaard has been sensational for Arsenal this season, quickly establishing himself as one of the best central midfielders in the division. So far, he has scored 12 goals and has racked up eight assists over the course of 31 Premier League games.

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