Paris Saint-Germain, the Ligue 1 winners, are reportedly mulling a surprise bid for Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard.

Odegaard was an important player for Arsenal, who finished second, five points behind champions Manchester City.

In 37 Premier League games this season, the former Real Madrid player scored 15 goals and provided eight assists.

The Norwegian now has the joint third-highest goal tally of any Premier League midfielder in a single season, after only Matt le Tissier and Dele Alli.

Following his outstanding performance for Arsenal, it is believed that PSG is investigating a transfer for him.

They do, however, warn that any potential transaction will be challenging. The midfielder is apparently ‘glad with life in London’ and is ‘essential to Arteta’s future plans.’

Indeed, retaining their finest players, such as Odegaard, is critical if Arsenal wants to compete for the Premier League title again next season.