Mikel Arteta has dismissed the idea that Arsenal club captain Martin Odegaard communicates with his teammates using his socks. The Norwegian midfielder has been a key player for the Gunners this season, often taking charge of dead-ball situations. Observers have noticed that Odegaard frequently adjusts his socks before taking a corner or a free-kick. During a pre-match press conference prior to a crucial match against Liverpool, Arteta was asked about this issue and responded with humor, causing laughter among journalists.
Arteta also made lighthearted comments about the recent disagreement between Ben White and Oleksandr Zinchenko, following Arsenal’s victory at the City Ground. He joked about the situation, emphasizing the strong relationship between the players. Odegaard has scored four goals in the Premier League this season and has become a fan favorite since joining Arsenal from Real Madrid in 2021. With Arsenal looking to catch up to Liverpool in the title race, Odegaard will be a key player in their upcoming matches.
The Gunners currently trail their rivals by five points but have shown improvement after a challenging December. Arteta acknowledged that his team cannot afford many more mistakes if they hope to win their first top-flight title in 20 years.