Arsenal warned losing 'brain' Martin Odegaard is 'massive' blow ahead of north London derby
Tottenham legend Rafael van der Vaart claims Spurs can take advantage of injury-hit rivals
Arsenal have been warned that losing Martin Odegaard for the north London derby against Tottenham would be a 'massive' blow.
The Norway international has been in excellent form for the Gunners this season, and his creativity and leadership will be sorely missed if he is unable to play against Spurs.
That is the view of former Tottenham midfielder Rafael van der Vaart, who believes that Arsenal will struggle to create chances without Odegaard in the team.
"Odegaard is the brain of Arsenal," Van der Vaart said. "He is the one who makes the team tick. Without him, they will be much less dangerous." "Tottenham have a good team, and they will be confident of beating Arsenal if Odegaard is out. He is a huge loss for them."
Odegaard is not the only injury concern for Arsenal ahead of the north London derby. Thomas Partey and Oleksandr Zinchenko are also doubts, and their absence would further weaken Mikel Arteta's side.
Arsenal will be hoping that Odegaard is able to recover in time for the match, but if he is not, they will have a tough task on their hands against a strong Tottenham side.
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