Martin Odegaard may not be playing the best football of his career this season, but the current version of the Norwegian is still among the finest players Arsenal have had in recent years. The midfielder continues to develop and remains an important figure in Mikel Arteta’s plans as the Gunners look to maintain their progress.Towards the end of last season, questions were raised about Odegaard’s importance to the team following the injuries he suffered during the campaign. His availability was affected, but he showed signs of improvement during the World Cup in the summer.Odegaard remains one of the most influential players in the current Arsenal squad. The club sees him as a key figure who can make a difference through his technical ability, creativity and understanding of the game.Odegaard impresses with his performance against HullHis display against Hull provided another reminder of the qualities he brings to the side. According to Give Me Sport, he was excellent during the match, recording 99 touches and leading by example with his involvement in possession.The Norwegian also demonstrated his ability to move the ball forward effectively. He delivered 22 line-breaking passes and completed another 11 in the final third, highlighting his desire to progress attacks rather than simply retain possession.Those figures reflect the influence he had throughout the game. His passing helped Arsenal move into more advanced areas, while his movement and awareness allowed him to remain involved in the team’s attacking play.(Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)Arsenal will want Odegaard to maintain his levelDespite his focus on progressing the ball whenever he gained possession, Odegaard did not neglect his creative responsibilities. He created five chances, took two shots and recorded five touches inside the Hull box.That combination of passing quality and attacking contribution makes him a valuable presence in the Arsenal midfield. He can help dictate the tempo, advance possession and provide opportunities for teammates in dangerous areas.Performances like this explain why Arsenal will be keen to keep Odegaard at the club and ensure he remains an important part of their plans. The midfielder continues to show what he can offer, and the Gunners will hope he maintains his influence and keeps improving in the coming seasons._____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…The post Odegaard’s stats vs Hull show how much he can change games for Arsenal appeared first on Just Arsenal News.