Arsenal Faces Midfield Crisis as Ødegaard and Rice Set to Miss North London Derby

Mikel Arteta must navigate significant player absences with key fixtures approaching, including a crucial match against Spurs.

• Martin Ødegaard suffered an ankle injury during Norway’s match against Austria, leaving his availability for the upcoming north London derby in doubt.
• Declan Rice is also set to miss the derby due to suspension, adding to Arsenal's midfield challenges.
• Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta faces difficult decisions on how to restructure his midfield with multiple key players unavailable.
• Possible replacements for Ødegaard and Rice include Jorginho and Kai Havertz, though each option has its drawbacks and risks.
• The extent of Ødegaard’s injury remains uncertain, pending further medical assessment on his return to London.

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