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Martin Ødegaard is open to a potential move to Bayern Munich, according to a report from Sky Germany cited by Bulinews. Ødegaard and Bayern have had contact over the past few years, although a transfer never materialized. The Norwegian international's contract situation with Arsenal is being monitored by several top European clubs.

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Martin Ødegaard is open to a potential move to Bayern Munich, according to a report from Sky Germany cited by Bulinews. Ødegaard and Bayern have had contact over the past few years, although a transfer never materialized. The Norwegian international's contract situation with Arsenal is being monitored by several top European clubs. Arsenal is keen to avoid Ødegaard leaving on a free transfer in 2028.

Arsenal has held initial talks with Ødegaard over a contract extension beyond 2028. If an agreement is not reached, Arsenal may consider selling Ødegaard next summer. The club wants to avoid him leaving on a free transfer in 2028. Ødegaard's current contract situation is being closely watched.

Bayern Munich is not currently prioritizing a move for Ødegaard, despite his expressed interest in the club. The German broadcaster's report indicates that Ødegaard is not on Bayern's list of priority transfer targets. His situation is being monitored by several top European clubs, including Bayern.

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Martin Ødegaard could imagine playing for Bayern Munich in the future, according to Sky Germany. The German broadcaster claims that Ødegaard and Bayern have been in contact on several occasions over the past few years, although a transfer has never materialised. Now, with Arsenal having held initial talks with the Norwegian international over a contract extension beyond 2028, interest could be reignited. The Gunners are understood to be keen to avoid Ødegaard entering the final year of his contract and potentially leaving on a free transfer in 2028. Therefore, Arsenal would consider selling the midfielder next summer if an agreement over a new contract can't be reached, with several other top European clubs also said to be monitoring his situation.

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