Liverpool have been handed a harsh reminder of why they need to have pushed to signal Martin Odegaard extra vigorously when {the teenager} was one of the vital thrilling kids in world soccer again in 2015. The playmaker scored a brace for Arsenal towards Chelsea on Tuesday evening, showcasing the entire qualities required within the centre of the park at Anfield.

Odegaard has shone for Arsenal this season, together with his persistently excellent performances serving to the membership problem for the Premier League trophy. The 24-year-old has led by instance since being awarded the captain's armband, scoring 14 and helping seven in 33 league appearances.

The Norway worldwide continued to showcase why he has been touted as one of many stars of the season towards Chelsea on Tuesday, scoring twice in a 3-1 win. Odegaard smashed house a fierce first earlier than a contact of high quality allowed him to interrupt free from his marker, Raheem Sterling, and slot house from close-range moments later.

The victory strikes Arsenal again to the highest of the desk and reminds Liverpool that that they had the chance to signal a midfielder that's heading in the right direction to turn out to be top-of-the-line within the enterprise. The Reds held talks with Odegaard while he was at Stromsgodset however have been unable to steer him to affix them at Anfield, with the participant preferring a change to Real Madrid, which has confirmed to be a major blow provided that he could be splendid now to enhance their midfield ranks.

Speaking about Liverpool again in 2014, the then-teenager instructed Sport Bild: "Liverpool have always been my dream club, but I will not let this affect my decision when I choose a new club. It's all about finding the team that is best for me and for my development. That is not necessarily Liverpool. I haven't really thought about my future yet.

"I'll finish the season right here after which go to various golf equipment. I've not made a remaining choice but, although. Of course, it is flattering if you hear that large golf equipment are after you, however I do not give it some thought too usually."

He then revealed how he determined his subsequent transfer, telling The Platers Tribune: "My dad dealt with every thing with the golf equipment, and there have been loads. We went to Bayern, Dortmund, Man Utd, Liverpool, Madrid, Arsenal too. We received flown round in non-public planes and made to really feel particular.

"I’m not just saying this … I was actually close to choosing Arsenal. When we went there, I got to train at London Colney. I met Arsene Wenger. He took me and Dad out for dinner. That was cool, but strange too. So, why Real Madrid then? I talked about it a lot with my dad and the rest of my family. In the end, Madrid is Madrid.

"They have been the Champions League holders with the very best gamers on this planet. But the actually key factor about Madrid’s supply was that that they had a B staff the place I might play aggressive soccer instantly. And the supervisor of that staff? Zinedine Zidane. It felt like the full package deal."

Real Madrid wasn't the very best place for Odegaard however he is discovered a house at Arsenal the place the Norwegian very a lot is the full package deal.