Arsenal are reportedly in talks with club captain Martin Odegaard regarding his long-term future, with growing indications that the Norwegian midfielder could leave the Emirates to explore new opportunities this summer.

According to a prominent insider on X, the Gunners have already identified their next leader, with Declan Rice touted as the most likely successor to take the armband next season.

Declan Rice likely to be new Arsenal captain

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Taking to social media, the ITK stated that Arsenal have began talks with Odegaard over his future, with the midfielder keen on exploring new opportunities in the summer

With Odegaard’s future at the club uncertain, it is said that in the event of the Norwegian star leaving the club, former West Ham captain Rice is expected to wear the armband.

The tweet read: “Arsenal are in talks with their captain Martin Odegaard about his role at the club. The player could leave to explore new opportunities. Declan Rice is likely to be the new Arsenal captain next season.”

The news comes as a significant development in the Arsenal dressing room hierarchy.

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