“From what I’ve seen so far in Arsenal’s preseason games, he’s the player that’s going to make the difference in the title race for Arsenal next season” Chelsea Legend John Terry claims Arsenal’s £110 million ‘complete’ and ‘worldclass’ star will help them win the Premier League next season if Mikel Arteta does not mismanage him. Not Saka, not Rice.

John Terry, a legendary figure in Chelsea’s history, recently shared his thoughts on the upcoming Premier League season. He discussed which teams might have a chance to win the title and pointed out a particular Arsenal player who he believes could be vital in their bid to challenge strong teams like Manchester City for the top spot.

Even though Terry has a deep connection to Chelsea, he acknowledged that Arsenal seems to be in a strong position to seriously compete for the title in the upcoming season. He mentioned that Arsenal has many talented players, but he believes one player, in particular, could be the key to their success: Martin Ødegaard.

Martin Ødegaard, a Norwegian midfielder, joined Arsenal permanently in 2021, and since then, he has become a crucial player for the team. Terry praised Ødegaard for his outstanding vision, his ability to make precise passes, and how well he controls the pace of the game. These qualities have led to comparisons between Ødegaard and some of the best playmakers Terry has seen during his career. But what makes Ødegaard truly special, according to Terry, is his consistency and leadership on the field.

Terry pointed out that while many of Arsenal’s young players have struggled to perform well consistently, especially in big games, Ødegaard has shown that he is different. He highlighted Ødegaard’s impressive performances in important matches last season, particularly against top teams like Manchester City and Chelsea. These performances were key in helping Arsenal secure a spot in the Champions League.

Looking ahead to the new season, Terry believes that Ødegaard will continue to improve and play an even more significant role for Arsenal. He sees Ødegaard as the main driving force in Arsenal’s attack, someone who will lead the team’s play and break through defenses with his sharp and clever passes. Terry thinks that because Ødegaard is so talented, opponents will need to pay a lot of attention to him, which could open up opportunities for other Arsenal attackers like Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Martinelli.

While Terry would love for Chelsea to win the title, he openly admitted that Arsenal has built a very strong team. He believes that Ødegaard could be the player who makes the difference in Arsenal’s pursuit of Premier League success, and he predicts that the Norwegian’s abilities will be a major talking point throughout the league in the coming year.