Real Madrid playmaker Martin Odegaard, 22, could be one step closer to a return to Arsenal, after the Norway player's agents flew to London to discuss a season-long loan deal

Real Madrid are prepared to sell Norway midfielder Martin Odegaard this summer, with Arsenal ready to make a move for the 22-year-old who had a successful spell on loan with the Gunners last season.

Arsenal will turn to Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar if they are unable to secure deals with either Martin Odegaard or James Maddison.

Real Madrid want £42.5m for Martin Odegaard and that could be enough to tempt Arsenal into making a move for the Norwegian star who impressed on loan last season.

Real Madrid are considering trying to exploit Arsenal's interest in Martin Odegaard by asking for attacking midfielder Emile Smith Rowe in exchange.