Arsenal Closing In on Norwegian Starlet Sverre NypanArsenal appear to be leading the race to sign Sverre Nypan, the highly-rated Norwegian midfielder from Rosenborg. At just 18 years old, Nypan has

Arsenal are working on a deal to sign midfielder Sverre Nypan from Rosenborg. Dialogue between the clubs and with the player’s representatives is advancing, as Arsenal try to land the 18-year-old Norway youth international.

Arsenal are reportedly leading the race to sign Sverre Nypan, the 18-year-old midfielder from Rosenborg. Despite interest from Manchester City 's sister club Girona, Nypan could soon become a Gunner. The youngster, who has drawn comparisons to Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard, made 18 goal contributions in 33 appearances last season.

The midfielder made his debut aged 15 and is the latest exciting prospect to come out of Norway, in the footsteps of Odegaard and Haaland

It is understood there has been progress with Arsenal in recent days and Rosenborg prepared to do a deal. Nypan has had a meteoric impact in his career so far, becoming the youngest player to represent Rosenborg at just 15 years and 322 days,

The London Evening Standard says Arsenal are in contact with RBK and ready to offer £10m for Nypan. The presence of Gunners and Norway captain Martin Odegaard is believed to be a factor in Arsenal's favour in convincing Nypan.