Arsenal’s Mesut Ozil says he is flattered by comparisons to Dennis Bergkamp but insists he has his own style.
The forward celebrated his 200th appearance for Arsenal with a goal in their 2-1 win over Newcastle on Saturday.
Ozil signed a three-and-a-half year contract in January that made him the highest paid player in the history of Arsenal.
Arsene Wenger says neither Mesut Ozil nor Alexis Sanchez will be sold by Arsenal, even if they fail to agree contract extensions.
Arsenal’s match with Stoke City on Saturday marks their charity matchday this season, where for the 10th consecutive year, the manager, Arsene Wenger and the players will be donating a day’s wages to The Arsenal Foundation.
Arsene Wenger believes Mesut Ozil can become an Arsenal legend if the German midfielder commits his long-term future to the club.
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger expects to have playmaker Mesut Ozil fit and available for the visit of Swansea City, but Aaron Ramsey will remain on the sidelines.
Ozil was replaced at half-time of Germany’s 2-0 World Cup qualifying win over Northern Ireland on Tuesday evening, but Wenger is confident that the schemer will be ready to take his place against the Swans at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.