ARSENAL have reportedly entered the race to sign Sverre Nypan, who has been dubbed the “next Martin Odegaard.”
The 18-year-old midfielder is said to have caught the eye of several European clubs with a string of impressive displays for Rosenborg.
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GETTYThe 18-year-old has been dubbed the “next Martin Odegaard”[/caption]
Manchester United are reportedly one of the teams interested in acquiring the teenager’s services.
The Red Devils are said to have scouted Nypan – who is represented by Erling Haaland‘s agent – Rafaela Pimenta – for several years.
But according to The Telegraph, Arsenal are now “interested” in snapping him up.
The north Londoners could land the teenager – who is regarded by many to be one of the best young talents in Europe – for the cut-price fee of £10million.
Nypan is aware of teams’ reported interest in signing him but has so far remained coy on his future.
When asked about a potential January exit, he told TV2:“I don’t know – we’ll see.
“[Rumours] have been going on for a while.
“You don’t get completely used to it but I am starting to a little.”
Arsenal player ratings vs Tottenham
By Dan King
ARSENAL came from behind to defeat Tottenham 2-1 in the North London derby.
Son Heung-Min had given the visitors the lead in the 25th minute against the run of play.
But as they have done so often, the Gunners scored from a corner as Gabriel Magalhaes‘ header was bundled in as an own goal by Dominic Solanke.
Leandro Trossard then put the home side ahead on the stroke of half-time with an fine finish.
Here’s how the players rated…
David Raya – 6
Spectator until kept out Kulusevski shot midway through first half, then beaten by deflection for Son goal. Didn’t make a save in second half.
Jurrien Timber – 6
Solid enough defensively to keep Son Heung-Min mostly quiet but less sure of himself going forward, wasting good chances to cross.
William Saliba – 6
Untroubled until Son’s shot went in off him. Started second half hesitantly but kept his concentration to minimise Tottenham openings.
Gabriel Magalhaes – 8
Brilliant interception to deny Solanke then decisive at other end to force equaliser. Excellent against Solanke twice more in calm and steadfast second half.
Myles Lewis-Skelly – 8
Fine pass to play in Sterling set tone for excellent, mature, all-round display from second youngest Arsenal player to start a North London derby.
Thomas Partey – 7
Strong presence who won the ball back well, not least ahead of Arsenal’s second goal. But sometimes looked vulnerable to Spurs’ pace on break.
Declan Rice – 7
Covered lots of ground and finally found a good set-piece delivery to create equaliser. Still not quite at his best, but much closer.
Raheem Sterling – 5
Saw plenty of ball, but with little end product, including golden chances at start of both halves. Curiously reluctant to take on his man. Deservedly hooked.
Martin Odegaard – 6
Prompted and probed without finding killer pass but released Trossard for second goal. Missed chance to make it 3-1, fewer signs of return to form than Rice.
Leandro Trossard – 6
Frustrated home fans with lack of killer instinct and poor decisions until he fired Arsenal in front. Did little after break to merit staying on for so long.
Kai Havertz – 4
Barely involved first half apart from nicking ball off Spurs keeper Kinsky. Headed wide from close range early in second. Nothing coming off for him.
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Gabriel Martinelli (for Sterling, 61) – 5
Slow to get up to speed and contributed little apart from one penetrating run into the box and a blocked shot.
Kieran Tierney (for Trossard, 77) – 6
Brought on to shore things up and did it well enough.
Oleksandr Zinchenko (for Lewis-Skelly, 87) – 6
Useful legs for dying minutes, almost created chance.
Mikel Merino (for Rice, 87) – 6
Good booking to stop Solanke getting away in stoppage time.
Nypan scored eight goals in 33 appearances for Rosenborg in the 2024 season, in which he also provided ten assists.
He has a total of 15 goals and 11 assists to his name in 60 appearances for the Norwegian giants.
It’s unclear whether Gunners boss Mikel Arteta will move for Nypan before the window closes early next month, although the Spaniard is looking to bring in attacking reinforcements.
When asked if he’s hoping to make some additions to his squad this month, he told TNT Sports: “Yes, for sure.
“Because we lost two big players – Bukayo [Saka], who could be out for up to three months.
“And then Gabby [Gabriel Jesus], who will be out for a long, long, long time.
“We are going to try [in this window] for sure. We are actively looking.
“We will try. Let’s see what we can get.”
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