Odegaard could be heading to St Mary’s (Picture: Getty)

Southampton have been handed a boost in signing Martin Odegaard on loan, as Real Madrid want him to get first team football next season.

Madrid cannot guarantee the youngster regular minutes so are keen for Norwegian midfielder to go out on loan, according to reports in Spain.

Saints boss Ronald Koeman is reportedly desperate to bring the 16-year-old to St Mary’s to improve their attacking options for next term.

Odegaard is being tipped for future stardom and Southampton fans will be excited at the news the Spanish giants are looking to loan him out.


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