Report: “Stubborn” Arsenal Player Could Now Replace Odegaard in North London Derby After Kicking Up a Fuss to Arteta
Arsenal face a critical match this weekend as they prepare to visit Tottenham Hotspur for the first North London derby of the season.
The Gunners had an impressive start to their Premier League campaign, securing two consecutive victories. However, they stumbled just before the international break, dropping two points.
Their most recent game ended in a 1-1 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion, during which midfielder Declan Rice was controversially shown a red card.
To make matters worse, Mikel Merino has sustained an injury, and team captain Martin Odegaard is also likely to be sidelined due to an injury he suffered while representing Norway.
The question of who will step in for Odegaard has sparked much debate since Monday, with Mikel Arteta facing a difficult decision.
According to GiveMeSport, a “stubborn” player has now emerged as a strong contender for the role after expressing dissatisfaction with his position in the squad.
Leandro Trossard Competing for a Starting Role in Arsenal’s Lineup Against Tottenham
Leandro Trossard is the player being discussed, and sources from GiveMeSport are “convinced that he is in the thinking for this game.”
Arteta is aware that Trossard felt frustrated about missing out on a place in Arsenal’s starting lineup for the first two matches of the season.
Trossard’s goal in the 2-0 victory over Aston Villa at the end of August was marked by a subdued celebration, which may have been his way of expressing dissatisfaction with not being a regular starter.
According to reports, Trossard feels he deserves more chances in the starting lineup and is unhappy about his exclusion. The report also suggests that he has a ‘stubborn streak.’
The forward is eager to play in big games and make a difference, and Arteta appears to appreciate his determination to be part of the starting eleven, which has put him in strong contention for selection in this match.
Trossard could potentially replace Odegaard in the No. 10 role, play on the left in place of Gabriel Martinelli, or even take Gabriel Jesus’ spot as the central forward.
It’s encouraging to hear that Trossard has positioned himself as a candidate for a starting spot against Tottenham.
Trossard has proven to be a valuable signing for Arsenal, with his £27 million transfer fee well justified through his important contributions over time.
If he delivers a strong performance against Tottenham, his popularity among Arsenal supporters will only grow further.
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