Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has revealed that his return from a knee injury could be 'quick' if his rehabilitation continues to go well, but he has refused to set a specific timeline. The 26-year-old suffered a medial collateral ligament injury to his left knee during the match against West Ham United and has been sidelined since.
In his programme notes, Odegaard admitted that it is 'tricky to set a return date with this type of injury', particularly as it affects his left leg. He explained that the recovery depends heavily on how his knee responds when he resumes training, including passing and shooting. 'All I can say is I'm progressing really well at the moment,' he said. 'If that goes really well then it can be quick.'
The midfielder is expected to be out until after the November international break, potentially returning for the north London derby on November 23. Odegaard noted that his rehabilitation involves hard work and long days, but he remains optimistic. He also highlighted the unfortunate setbacks he has faced this season, including a previous shoulder injury.
Odegaard described the moment he picked up the injury, explaining that a knee-to-knee collision initially felt like a knock he could run off. However, when the pain did not subside, he decided to come off. The medical team assessed him after the adrenaline subsided, confirming the severity of the issue.
