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Arsenal told they must play Odegaard 'waiting game' as Winterburn reacts to playmaker pursuit

The legendary former Gunners defender can see why Mikel Arteta would want the Norwegian, but there are other options to consider

Arsenal's search for another playmaker goes on, with Nigel Winterburn admitting that the Gunners are going to have to play a "waiting game" if former loan star Martin Odegaard remains a top target.

It appeared at one stage as though the Norway international midfielder would be out of reach for Mikel Arteta, with the talented 22-year-old heading back to parent club Real Madrid eager to prove his worth to new Blancos boss Carlo Ancelotti.