Ødegaard to Leave Nike, Trains in Laceless Next-Gen Adidas Predator 26 Prototype Boots
- Ødegaard Spotted in Adidas Boots: Martin Ødegaard, previously associated with Nike Mercurial, was seen training in the laceless, next-generation Adidas Predator prototype boots, suggesting a potential brand switch.
- Adidas Predator 26 Prototype Details: The all-white prototype features updated Predator 3 stripes inspired by the 2000 Precision model, offering the first look at the laceless version of the boot.
- Adidas Pursuing Ødegaard: Adidas is actively pursuing Ødegaard and may have signed him in connection with the upcoming launch of the next-generation Predator 26 boots later this month.
Leading Arsenal midfielder Ødegaard was spotted wearing the next-generation Adidas Predator Laceless during training, very much indicating that he is preparing to move away from Nike.
Ødegaard Trains in Next-Gen Adidas Predator Prototype, Hinting at Incoming Brand Switch
The all-white prototype worn by Ødegaard clearly shows the updated Predator 3 stripes, inspired by the 2000 Precision model. It is the first look at the laceless variant - we have seen the togue and laces version before, but not the laceless.
Martin Ødegaard has long been associated with the Nike Mercurial line, and seeing him test an unreleased Adidas model in full training is a significant development. The session even showed him carrying his usual Mercurials while choosing to work exclusively in the prototype boots on the pitch.
With the launch of the new Predator approaching later this month in a special Gunmetal colorway, this continued on-pitch testing suggests Adidas are pushing hard and could have signed Ødegaard with the launch of the next-generation Predator 26. or soon after.
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