Is Mesut Ozil’s Kicker interview the first shot fired in battle for Arsenal’s future?

Mesut Ozil has set an army of tongues wagging and hares running in the last 24 hours after an interview with German publication Kicker was published in which he appeared to link his future with that of Arsene Wenger. It’s no secret that Mesut is in talks with Arsenal about extending his stay in North … Continue reading Is Mesut Ozil’s Kicker interview the first shot fired in battle for Arsenal’s future?

Peaks and troughs: In defence of Mesut Ozil

Every footballer on the planet, whether you’re a Sunday league plodder or a Champions League superstar, will go through spells where things just don’t quite click. There are a million reasons why that might happen, there may be problems with fitness, with their personal life, with their finances - you may even find the odd … Continue reading Peaks and troughs: In defence of Mesut Ozil

Arsenal’s ‘exodus era’ is over but Ozil and Sanchez contracts won’t be just a matter of money

The excellent form of both Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil this season has inevitably set the balling rolling – and fingers typing – on the drawn out ‘will they, won’t they’ contractual saga. It’s not a new one for most Arsenal fans but there is a subtle difference this time around, in that there is … Continue reading Arsenal’s ‘exodus era’ is over but Ozil and Sanchez contracts won’t be just a matter of money

Complacency, Giroud up top, and the mesmerism of Mesut

THE MATCH Despite the eventual scoreline, Ludogorets showed enough in the first match at the Emirates to suggest that they were very capable in attack. Things may not have run well for them in London but it was clear that they moved the ball quickly, thrived on the counter, and had some powerful ball carriers … Continue reading Complacency, Giroud up top, and the mesmerism of Mesut

Arsenal up and running at last as they hammer Watford in first-half blitz.

Arsenal’s season kicked into life at last on Saturday as they overcame a spirited Watford side at Vicarage Road. After defeat to Liverpool, and a nervy draw at champions Leicester, the Gunners produced the type of football we all know they are capable of to blow the hosts away and finally chalk up a Premier … Continue reading Arsenal up and running at last as they hammer Watford in first-half blitz.

VIDEO: Enjoy some of Mesut’s moments of magic as he earns spot on PFA shortlist

Arsenal’s midfield ace Mesut Ozil says he is “proud” to be in the running for the PFA’s Player of the Year award. The German has enjoyed a stellar season so far – notching up 18 assists and six goals in the Premier League – and his efforts were duly rewarded with nominations from PFA members … Continue reading VIDEO: Enjoy some of Mesut’s moments of magic as he earns spot on PFA shortlist

Mesut Ozil calls for Arsenal reinforcements

Mesut Ozil has suggested that Arsenal will need a number of new signings if they are to compete next season. The recently crowned German Footballer of the Year expects the arrival of Pep Guardiola to stir Manchester City into life once more - with Chelsea and Manchester United also expecting new coaches - and has … Continue reading Mesut Ozil calls for Arsenal reinforcements