Arsenal's Mesut Ozil took to Twitter to thank the supporters for their support after escaping a car-jacking attempt in north London's Golders Green district. Arsenal full-back Sead Kolasinac, who was with Ozil when the incident took place, fought off the robbers.&nbsp;

On his Twitter handle, Ozil wrote, "@seadk6 my wife Amine and me are doing well again after yesterday's incident in London. Thanks for all your supporting messages guys."&nbsp;

The incident took place on Thursday evening when two masked men attacked Kolasinac and Ozil. Both the footballers escaped the attack and were unharmed as they fought off the knife-wielding robbers.&nbsp;

The video of the incident was circulated on social media and in the viral video, Kolasinac can be seen leaping from their black jeep to confront the robbers, who had pulled alongside the car on mopeds.

Leaving the&nbsp;car behind, Ozil ran into a Turkish restaurant fearing for his life.&nbsp;Waiters and chefs from the Likya restaurant rushed to the aid of the football stars,

The attackers, who were&nbsp;brandishing knives at the 26-year-old Kolasinac,&nbsp;were forced to&nbsp;flee empty-handed.&nbsp;

Police confirmed that they had responded to reports of an attempted robbery.&nbsp;

There have not been any arrest so far.&nbsp;

Arsenal's Mesut Ozil took to Twitter to thank the supporters for their support after escaping a car-jacking attempt in north London's Golders Green district. Arsenal full-back Sead Kolasinac, who was with Ozil when the incident took place, fought off the robbers.

Arsenal's Mesut Ozil took to Twitter to thank the supporters for their support after escaping a car-jacking attempt in north London's Golders Green district. Arsenal full-back Sead Kolasinac, who was with Ozil when the incident took place, fought off the robbers. On his Twitter handle, Ozil wrote, "@seadk6 my wife Amine and me are doing well again after yesterday's incident in London. Thanks for all your supporting messages guys." The incident took place on Thursday evening when two masked men attacked Kolasinac and Ozil. Both the footballers escaped the attack and were unharmed as they fought off the knife-wielding robbers. The video of the incident was circulated on social media and in the viral video, Kolasinac can be seen leaping from their black jeep to confront the robbers, who had pulled alongside the car on mopeds. Leaving the car behind, Ozil ran into a Turkish restaurant fearing for his life. Waiters and chefs from the Likya restaurant rushed to the aid of the football stars, The attackers, who were brandishing knives at the 26-year-old Kolasinac, were forced to flee empty-handed. Police confirmed that they had responded to reports of an attempted robbery. There have not been any arrest so far.

Arsenal's Mesut Ozil is 'doing well' after car-jacking incident

Arsenal Football Club&nbsp;stars Sead Kolasinac and Mesut Ozil were <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/arsenal-stars-ozil-kolasinac-escape-unhurt-attempted-carjacking-by-knife-wielding-attackers-238508">attacked in a car-jacking attempt</a> by an armed gang&nbsp;in north London in the Golders Green district at about 17:00 BST.&nbsp;

Both the footballers escaped the attack and were unharmed as they fought off the knife-wielding robbers.&nbsp;

The video of the incident was circulated on social media and in the viral video, Kolasinac can be seen leaping from the vehicle to confront the robbers.&nbsp;

The masked attackers had pulled up alongside the car on mopeds and were brandishing knives at the 26-year-old Kolasinac.&nbsp;

Police confirmed that they had responded to reports of an attempted robbery.&nbsp;

There have not been any arrest&nbsp;so far.&nbsp;

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"We have been in contact with both players and they are fine," said a spokesman for Arsenal.&nbsp;

Arsenal Football Club stars Sead Kolasinac and Mesut Ozil were attacked in a car-jacking attempt by an armed gang in north London in the Golders Green district at about 17:00 BST.

Arsenal Football Club stars Sead Kolasinac and Mesut Ozil were attacked in a car-jacking attempt by an armed gang in north London in the Golders Green district at about 17:00 BST. Both the footballers escaped the attack and were unharmed as they fought off the knife-wielding robbers. The video of the incident was circulated on social media and in the viral video, Kolasinac can be seen leaping from the vehicle to confront the robbers. The masked attackers had pulled up alongside the car on mopeds and were brandishing knives at the 26-year-old Kolasinac. Police confirmed that they had responded to reports of an attempted robbery. There have not been any arrest so far. Watch the video: Absolute Madness: mesut ozil's car got attacked. Kolasinac got out and fight the robbers away.#arsenal #london #emirates #gunners #robbers #attack #ozil #mesutozil #kolasinac pic.twitter.com/KrYiq44P9T — Darren. (@Dazduff18) July 26, 2019 × Mesut Özil’e Londra’da bıçaklı saldırı girişimi! Arsenal’in Türk asıllı Alman yıldızı Mesut Özil ve takım arkadaşı Sead Kolasinac Londra’da bıçaklı saldırıya uğradı. Türk restoranı çalışanları yardıma koştu. Haber Linki: https://t.co/rBo2tCfcua#MesutOzil #çirkin #saldiri #cuma pic.twitter.com/WMgMJelbO9 — A Türk Tv (@Aturktv) July 26, 2019 × "We have been in contact with both players and they are fine," said a spokesman for Arsenal.

Watch: Arsenal's Sead Kolasinac fights back masked robbers in north London

Mesut Ozil and Arsenal team mate Sead Kolasinac escaped unhurt after an attempted carjacking by knife-wielding attackers in North London on Thursday, British media reported.

The Dail Mail website said former Germany international midfielder Ozil was driving his black Mercedes when the car was boxed in by motorbike riders wearing helmets.

A video clip accompanying the story showed Bosnian defender Kolasinac, who was a passenger, outside the vehicle and confronting the attackers.

Ozil was shown in a photograph talking to police outside a Turkish restaurant. The paper said waiters and chefs had rushed to the players' aid.

"Ozil looked absolutely terrified, as anybody would after being chased by men with knives," witness Azuka Alintah told the website.

"He looked like he was running for his life. And I suppose he was."

Arsenal said both players were fine and the incident was being treated as a "private matter".

Police said they were called out shortly after 1700 local time after reports of an attempted robbery.

"It was reported that suspects on motorbikes had attempted to rob a man who was driving a car," a spokesman said.

"The driver, along with his passenger, managed to get away unharmed and travelled to a restaurant in Golders Green, where they were spoken to by officers. There have been no arrests. Enquiries continue."

Mesut Ozil and Arsenal team mate Sead Kolasinac escaped unhurt after an attempted carjacking by knife-wielding attackers in North London on Thursday, British media reported.

Mesut Ozil and Arsenal team mate Sead Kolasinac escaped unhurt after an attempted carjacking by knife-wielding attackers in North London on Thursday, British media reported. The Dail Mail website said former Germany international midfielder Ozil was driving his black Mercedes when the car was boxed in by motorbike riders wearing helmets. A video clip accompanying the story showed Bosnian defender Kolasinac, who was a passenger, outside the vehicle and confronting the attackers. Ozil was shown in a photograph talking to police outside a Turkish restaurant. The paper said waiters and chefs had rushed to the players' aid. "Ozil looked absolutely terrified, as anybody would after being chased by men with knives," witness Azuka Alintah told the website. "He looked like he was running for his life. And I suppose he was." Arsenal said both players were fine and the incident was being treated as a "private matter". Police said they were called out shortly after 1700 local time after reports of an attempted robbery. "It was reported that suspects on motorbikes had attempted to rob a man who was driving a car," a spokesman said. "The driver, along with his passenger, managed to get away unharmed and travelled to a restaurant in Golders Green, where they were spoken to by officers. There have been no arrests. Enquiries continue."

Arsenal stars Ozil, Kolasinac escape unhurt attempted carjacking by knife-wielding attackers

Koscielny's rebellion adds to Emery's worries in Arsneal's pre-season preparation

Former German international football Mesut&nbsp;Ozil&nbsp;was married in Istanbul on Friday with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as his best man.

The 30-year-old&nbsp;Ozil, who has Turkish family roots, sparked controversy last year when he was photographed with Erdogan, raising questions about the footballer's loyalty to Germany on the eve of their disastrous 2018 World Cup campaign.

The Turkish leader arrived in the early evening for Friday's ceremony at a luxury hotel on the banks of the Bosphorus to see the former Arsenal midfielder marry his fiancee, former Miss Turkey Amine Gulse.

A smiling Erdogan and his wife Emine were seen standing next to the young couple as their marriage was formalised.

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After 92 appearances for Germany, including a key role in the 2014 World Cup victory,&nbsp;Ozil&nbsp;suddenly quit the national squad last July, accusing German football officials of racism.

Ozil&nbsp;announced in March that he had asked Erdogan to be his best man.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel's chief of staff was part of a chorus of criticism of the invitation.&nbsp;

Helge Braun, a CDU told the Bild newspaper then that it "makes one sad" that&nbsp;Ozilwould make a such a move despite having already been sharply criticised by the German public over his first meeting with Erdogan.&nbsp;

Ozil&nbsp;has dated Gulse since 2017 and the couple announced their engagement in June 2018.

The footballer, a third-generation German, whipped up a political storm when he was pictured alongside Erdogan last May.

Criticism intensified after the red-faced defending champions crashed out of the first round of the World Cup in Russia.

In the wake of the World Cup fiasco,&nbsp;Ozil&nbsp;announced his resignation from the national squad, saying: "I am German when we win, an immigrant when we lose".

Erdogan often attends marriages in Turkey of celebrities, whom he particularly seeks out during election campaigns.

His presence at&nbsp;Ozil's marriage comes ahead of a mayoral election in Istanbul on June 23, required after the original voting in March was annulled following a narrow victory for the main opposition Republican People's Party.

Former German international football Mesut Ozil was married in Istanbul on Friday with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as his best man. The 30-year-old Ozil, who has Turkish family roots, sparked controversy last year when he was photographed with Erdogan, raising questions about the footballer's loyalty to Germany on the eve of their disastrous 2018 World Cup campaign.

Former German international football Mesut Ozil was married in Istanbul on Friday with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as his best man. The 30-year-old Ozil, who has Turkish family roots, sparked controversy last year when he was photographed with Erdogan, raising questions about the footballer's loyalty to Germany on the eve of their disastrous 2018 World Cup campaign. The Turkish leader arrived in the early evening for Friday's ceremony at a luxury hotel on the banks of the Bosphorus to see the former Arsenal midfielder marry his fiancee, former Miss Turkey Amine Gulse. A smiling Erdogan and his wife Emine were seen standing next to the young couple as their marriage was formalised. Mrs. & Mr. Özil 👰🏻❤🤵🏻 pic.twitter.com/DxJdla17pE — Mesut Özil (@MesutOzil1088) June 7, 2019 × After 92 appearances for Germany, including a key role in the 2014 World Cup victory, Ozil suddenly quit the national squad last July, accusing German football officials of racism. Ozil announced in March that he had asked Erdogan to be his best man. German Chancellor Angela Merkel's chief of staff was part of a chorus of criticism of the invitation. Helge Braun, a CDU told the Bild newspaper then that it "makes one sad" that Ozilwould make a such a move despite having already been sharply criticised by the German public over his first meeting with Erdogan. Ozil has dated Gulse since 2017 and the couple announced their engagement in June 2018. The footballer, a third-generation German, whipped up a political storm when he was pictured alongside Erdogan last May. Criticism intensified after the red-faced defending champions crashed out of the first round of the World Cup in Russia. In the wake of the World Cup fiasco, Ozil announced his resignation from the national squad, saying: "I am German when we win, an immigrant when we lose". Erdogan often attends marriages in Turkey of celebrities, whom he particularly seeks out during election campaigns. His presence at Ozil's marriage comes ahead of a mayoral election in Istanbul on June 23, required after the original voting in March was annulled following a narrow victory for the main opposition Republican People's Party.

Mesut Ozil marries in Istanbul, with Turkish President Erdogan as best man

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil is in line to feature more regularly in away matches starting with Sunday's trip to Everton as the north London side look to clinch a top-four Premier League finish, manager Unai Emery said on Friday.

Ozil has started only four of Arsenal's 14 away games in the league this season with Emery often benching the German playmaker, starting him only in home games where they have won 10 in a row.

Five of Arsenal's remaining seven league games are away as they look to return to the Champions League after a two-year hiatus.

"It depends on each match, sometimes it was because we needed something different, sometimes he was injured," Emery told reporters when asked about Ozil's absence from the starting lineup in away games.

"Now he's OK, training every day and he can play in different systems. He's working very well, playing very well, he's helping us. I'm very happy with him."

Ozil has generally played as a central playmaker this season, either behind one striker or behind the pairing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette.

Emery said the latter role made Ozil play like a "team player" with his versatility to thrive in different formations proving to be useful.

"4-2-3-1 is maybe the best position for him, but also sometimes 4-3-1-2 where he is playing like a team player, and also 3-4-1-2," Emery added.

"We can change the different systems with him and he can play to the left or right. Most important is to be ready and available to help us and now he is."

A win or a draw for Arsenal on Sunday will take them up to third in the standings above rivals Tottenham Hotspur with six more games to play.

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil is in line to feature more regularly in away matches starting with Sunday's trip to Everton as the north London side look to clinch a top-four Premier League finish, manager Unai Emery said on Friday.

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil is in line to feature more regularly in away matches starting with Sunday's trip to Everton as the north London side look to clinch a top-four Premier League finish, manager Unai Emery said on Friday. Ozil has started only four of Arsenal's 14 away games in the league this season with Emery often benching the German playmaker, starting him only in home games where they have won 10 in a row. Five of Arsenal's remaining seven league games are away as they look to return to the Champions League after a two-year hiatus. "It depends on each match, sometimes it was because we needed something different, sometimes he was injured," Emery told reporters when asked about Ozil's absence from the starting lineup in away games. "Now he's OK, training every day and he can play in different systems. He's working very well, playing very well, he's helping us. I'm very happy with him." Ozil has generally played as a central playmaker this season, either behind one striker or behind the pairing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette. Emery said the latter role made Ozil play like a "team player" with his versatility to thrive in different formations proving to be useful. "4-2-3-1 is maybe the best position for him, but also sometimes 4-3-1-2 where he is playing like a team player, and also 3-4-1-2," Emery added. "We can change the different systems with him and he can play to the left or right. Most important is to be ready and available to help us and now he is." A win or a draw for Arsenal on Sunday will take them up to third in the standings above rivals Tottenham Hotspur with six more games to play.

Arsenal's Mesut Ozil ready to start more away games, says manager Emery

Angela Merkel's chief of staff on Monday joined the growing chorus of criticism of Arsenal's German midfielder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?q=Mesut+Ozil">Mesut Ozil</a> for reportedly inviting Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to his wedding this summer as his witness.

The 30-year-old Ozil, who has Turkish family roots, sparked controversy last May when he was photographed with Erdogan, raising questions about the footballer's loyalty to Germany on the eve of their disastrous World Cup campaign.

After 92 appearances for Germany, including a key role in the 2014 World Cup victory, Ozil suddenly quit the national squad last July, accusing German football officials of racism.

On Sunday, Germany's top-selling tabloid Bild reported that Ozil, 30, and his model fiancee Amine Gulse, 25, a former Miss Turkey, personally presented Erdogan in Istanbul with an invitation to their wedding this summer, asking the Turkish leader to appear as the footballer's witness.

The invite immediately drew sharp criticism in Germany, whose government has been sharply at odds with Ankara over a range of human rights questions in recent years.

Helge Braun, a CDU politician and chief of staff to German Chancellor Merkel, told Bild it "makes one sad" that Ozil would make a such a move despite having already been sharply criticised by the German public over his first meeting with Erdogan.&nbsp;

"The fact that this has continued will have disappointed a lot of football fans - me too!" said Braun.

The politician accepted Ozil's was "a private decison" which one must respect, but appealed to the footballer as a role model, especially for young Turks in Germany.

"Footballers are symbolic figures in our society, with whom people identify with much more than ministers," added Braun.

"And so the question is raised: how much does someone wearing the German national jersey stand for Germany?"

'It's a pity'

Braun's comments come after German politician Cem Ozdemir, whose parents are Turkish, said on Sunday that he found it "inappropriate" for Ozil to invite the Turkish leader.

Ozil -- one of the world's most popular footballers on social media with 31 million followers on his official Facebook account, 19.1 million on Instagram account and 23.9 million on Twitter -- has an obligation as a role model, added Ozdemir.

Another lawmaker, Alexander Graf Lambsdorff, was equally unimpressed by his invitation to Erdogan.

"The wedding is the private matter of Mesut Ozil, but he is a world star, who people look up to, so of course it's a pity from a political point of view," Lambsdorff told newspaper Welt.

Ozil has dated Gulse since 2017 and the couple announced their engagement in June 2018.

The Arsenal midfielder, a third-generation German, whipped up a political storm when he was pictured alongside Erdogan last May.

Criticism intensified after the red-faced defending champions crashed out of the first round of the World Cup in Russia.

In the wake of the World Cup fiasco, Ozil announced his resignation from the national squad, saying: "I am German when we win, an immigrant when we lose".

Angela Merkel's chief of staff on Monday joined the growing chorus of criticism of Arsenal's German midfielder Mesut Ozil for reportedly inviting Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to his wedding this summer as his witness.

Angela Merkel's chief of staff on Monday joined the growing chorus of criticism of Arsenal's German midfielder Mesut Ozil for reportedly inviting Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to his wedding this summer as his witness. The 30-year-old Ozil, who has Turkish family roots, sparked controversy last May when he was photographed with Erdogan, raising questions about the footballer's loyalty to Germany on the eve of their disastrous World Cup campaign. After 92 appearances for Germany, including a key role in the 2014 World Cup victory, Ozil suddenly quit the national squad last July, accusing German football officials of racism. On Sunday, Germany's top-selling tabloid Bild reported that Ozil, 30, and his model fiancee Amine Gulse, 25, a former Miss Turkey, personally presented Erdogan in Istanbul with an invitation to their wedding this summer, asking the Turkish leader to appear as the footballer's witness. The invite immediately drew sharp criticism in Germany, whose government has been sharply at odds with Ankara over a range of human rights questions in recent years. Helge Braun, a CDU politician and chief of staff to German Chancellor Merkel, told Bild it "makes one sad" that Ozil would make a such a move despite having already been sharply criticised by the German public over his first meeting with Erdogan. "The fact that this has continued will have disappointed a lot of football fans - me too!" said Braun. The politician accepted Ozil's was "a private decison" which one must respect, but appealed to the footballer as a role model, especially for young Turks in Germany. "Footballers are symbolic figures in our society, with whom people identify with much more than ministers," added Braun. "And so the question is raised: how much does someone wearing the German national jersey stand for Germany?" 'It's a pity' Braun's comments come after German politician Cem Ozdemir, whose parents are Turkish, said on Sunday that he found it "inappropriate" for Ozil to invite the Turkish leader. Ozil -- one of the world's most popular footballers on social media with 31 million followers on his official Facebook account, 19.1 million on Instagram account and 23.9 million on Twitter -- has an obligation as a role model, added Ozdemir. Another lawmaker, Alexander Graf Lambsdorff, was equally unimpressed by his invitation to Erdogan. "The wedding is the private matter of Mesut Ozil, but he is a world star, who people look up to, so of course it's a pity from a political point of view," Lambsdorff told newspaper Welt. Ozil has dated Gulse since 2017 and the couple announced their engagement in June 2018. The Arsenal midfielder, a third-generation German, whipped up a political storm when he was pictured alongside Erdogan last May. Criticism intensified after the red-faced defending champions crashed out of the first round of the World Cup in Russia. In the wake of the World Cup fiasco, Ozil announced his resignation from the national squad, saying: "I am German when we win, an immigrant when we lose".

Angela Merkel's chief of staff 'disappointed' with Mesut Ozil's wedding invite to Erdogan

Arsenal face an injury crisis after a suspected broken jaw for captain Laurent Koscielny and ankle problem for Sokratis in Friday's FA Cup fourth-round defeat by Manchester United left them with only one fit recognised central defender.

Manager Unai Emery was already struggling for options at the back before Friday's 3-1 loss after cruciate knee ligament injuries ruled out two of his other defenders, Rob Holding in December and Hector Bellerin on Sunday, for the season.

Asked how bad the injuries were, Emery said: "I think this is not a big injury to Sokratis, it is his ankle, and Laurent Koscielny is going to the hospital to do the analysis."

"Maybe he has broken here," Emery added pointing to his jaw, "I hope not, but we have to wait."

Emery also said the injury problems contributed to the defeat against a United side who have now won all eight matches under new manager and former player Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

The visitors took a two-goal lead through former Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez and Jesse Lingard before Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang pulled a goal back ahead of the break.

"At 1-2 I think we were in this moment with the possibility to draw or to take the possibility to win today," said Emery, "but I think these injuries, above all the second injury with Koscielny, didn't help us.

"Two injuries change a lot our possibilities."

United substitute Anthony Martial wrapped up the victory with a late goal on the counter-attack at The Emirates.

Arsenal face an injury crisis after a suspected broken jaw for captain Laurent Koscielny and ankle problem for Sokratis in Friday's FA Cup fourth-round defeat by Manchester United left them with only one fit recognised central defender.

Arsenal face an injury crisis after a suspected broken jaw for captain Laurent Koscielny and ankle problem for Sokratis in Friday's FA Cup fourth-round defeat by Manchester United left them with only one fit recognised central defender. Manager Unai Emery was already struggling for options at the back before Friday's 3-1 loss after cruciate knee ligament injuries ruled out two of his other defenders, Rob Holding in December and Hector Bellerin on Sunday, for the season. Asked how bad the injuries were, Emery said: "I think this is not a big injury to Sokratis, it is his ankle, and Laurent Koscielny is going to the hospital to do the analysis." "Maybe he has broken here," Emery added pointing to his jaw, "I hope not, but we have to wait." Emery also said the injury problems contributed to the defeat against a United side who have now won all eight matches under new manager and former player Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The visitors took a two-goal lead through former Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez and Jesse Lingard before Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang pulled a goal back ahead of the break. "At 1-2 I think we were in this moment with the possibility to draw or to take the possibility to win today," said Emery, "but I think these injuries, above all the second injury with Koscielny, didn't help us. "Two injuries change a lot our possibilities." United substitute Anthony Martial wrapped up the victory with a late goal on the counter-attack at The Emirates.

Arsenal's defensive woes mount after double injury blow

Arsenal manager Unai Emery says playmaker Mesut Ozil is needed at the club and would be part of their squad to face Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday.

Ozil, who joined Arsenal from Real Madrid in 2013 for a then-record 42 million pounds ($53 million), has been left out of the side regularly in the last two months, at first due to a back sprain and then - according to Emery - because of the physicality of some opponents.

The 30-year-old was not in the squad for the 2-0 home defeat by Tottenham Hotspur in the League Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday when Emery repeatedly refused to say that he wanted to hold on to the German playmaker when questioned about his future.

The Spanish coach was more positive about Ozil in a news conference on Friday, however, with fifth-placed Arsenal looking to rebound from the Spurs loss and a 3-2 defeat by struggling Southampton in the league last weekend.

"I want every player with a good mentality to help us and give us their characteristics and quality. We need Mesut Ozil," Emery said, before adding that the player has a future in the team.

"Every player wants to play and be okay to help the team when we need. The frustration is the same for everybody when they didn’t play in a match," he added.

"But I spoke with him and with the regularity in the season, I am telling him what we need from him and he has the commitment to help us and the quality and the characteristics to help us when the team needs his moments in the pitch in one game.

"Tomorrow he is in the 18 players, in the squad."

Ozil's contract is due to run until 2021, yet British media have reported the club may let him leave in January. The midfielder is one of the most expensive players on the payroll, earning a reported 350,000 pounds a week.

Arsenal have three matches before the transfer window opens as the packed festive schedule gets underway.

After their home match against Burnley, they visit Brighton &amp; Hove Albion on Boxing Day before travelling to Anfield to face league leaders Liverpool three days later.

Ozil could get his big chance to impress Emery against Burnley as the manager revealed Armenian attacker Henrikh Mkhitaryan will not be fit for the clash. Left back Sead Kolasinac is available after he recovered from a thigh injury.

Arsenal manager Unai Emery says playmaker Mesut Ozil is needed at the club and would be part of their squad to face Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday. Ozil, who joined Arsenal from Real Madrid in 2013 for a then-record 42 million pounds ($53 million), has been left out of the side regularly in the last two months, at first due to a back sprain and then - according to Emery - because of the physicality of some opponents.

Arsenal manager Unai Emery says playmaker Mesut Ozil is needed at the club and would be part of their squad to face Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday. Ozil, who joined Arsenal from Real Madrid in 2013 for a then-record 42 million pounds ($53 million), has been left out of the side regularly in the last two months, at first due to a back sprain and then - according to Emery - because of the physicality of some opponents. The 30-year-old was not in the squad for the 2-0 home defeat by Tottenham Hotspur in the League Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday when Emery repeatedly refused to say that he wanted to hold on to the German playmaker when questioned about his future. The Spanish coach was more positive about Ozil in a news conference on Friday, however, with fifth-placed Arsenal looking to rebound from the Spurs loss and a 3-2 defeat by struggling Southampton in the league last weekend. "I want every player with a good mentality to help us and give us their characteristics and quality. We need Mesut Ozil," Emery said, before adding that the player has a future in the team. "Every player wants to play and be okay to help the team when we need. The frustration is the same for everybody when they didn’t play in a match," he added. "But I spoke with him and with the regularity in the season, I am telling him what we need from him and he has the commitment to help us and the quality and the characteristics to help us when the team needs his moments in the pitch in one game. "Tomorrow he is in the 18 players, in the squad." Ozil's contract is due to run until 2021, yet British media have reported the club may let him leave in January. The midfielder is one of the most expensive players on the payroll, earning a reported 350,000 pounds a week. Arsenal have three matches before the transfer window opens as the packed festive schedule gets underway. After their home match against Burnley, they visit Brighton & Hove Albion on Boxing Day before travelling to Anfield to face league leaders Liverpool three days later. Ozil could get his big chance to impress Emery against Burnley as the manager revealed Armenian attacker Henrikh Mkhitaryan will not be fit for the clash. Left back Sead Kolasinac is available after he recovered from a thigh injury.

'We need Ozil,' says Arsenal coach Unai Emery

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=Mesut+Ozil">Mesut Ozil</a> has missed Arsenal's last four matches and it is expected that he might be absent when the Gunners host Huddersfield Town on Saturday.

Arsenal coach Unai Emery gave an update on the fitness of attacking midfielders Mesut Ozil and Aaron Ramsey.

While speaking to media, Emery said, "He had backache and now he is working with one physio. We are going to look when he can come with us."

Ozil is being treated for a back problem and manager Unai Emery has hinted that he could be passed fit on Friday if he comes through sessions with the club's physiotherapist unscathed.

He said, "Tomorrow is the training, the last training before (Saturday's match), today, this morning, he was working with a physio, but on the pitch, running and touching the ball. And tomorrow is the decision."

Ozil's absence mattered little as the Gunners' unbeaten run simply carried on without him.

Emery called on the club's supporters to get behind the team, to help finish off a series of three games in seven days with seven points following the 4-2 victory in the North London derby last Sunday and the 2-2 draw at Manchester United on Wednesday.

Mesut Ozil has missed Arsenal's last four matches and it is expected that he might be absent when the Gunners host Huddersfield Town on Saturday. Arsenal coach Unai Emery gave an update on the fitness of attacking midfielders Mesut Ozil and Aaron Ramsey.

Mesut Ozil has missed Arsenal's last four matches and it is expected that he might be absent when the Gunners host Huddersfield Town on Saturday. Arsenal coach Unai Emery gave an update on the fitness of attacking midfielders Mesut Ozil and Aaron Ramsey. While speaking to media, Emery said, "He had backache and now he is working with one physio. We are going to look when he can come with us." Ozil is being treated for a back problem and manager Unai Emery has hinted that he could be passed fit on Friday if he comes through sessions with the club's physiotherapist unscathed. He said, "Tomorrow is the training, the last training before (Saturday's match), today, this morning, he was working with a physio, but on the pitch, running and touching the ball. And tomorrow is the decision." Ozil's absence mattered little as the Gunners' unbeaten run simply carried on without him. Emery called on the club's supporters to get behind the team, to help finish off a series of three games in seven days with seven points following the 4-2 victory in the North London derby last Sunday and the 2-2 draw at Manchester United on Wednesday.

Mesut Ozil to face fitness test

Mesut Ozil shrugged off his poor start in the ongoing edition of Premier League by scoring a goal in <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/aubameyang-and-ozil-inspire-arsenal-comeback-against-leicester-172903">Arsenal's 3-1 win against Leicester City</a> on Monday.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang came off the bench to score twice and Mesut Ozil scored the other to stretch Arsenal's winning streak in all competitions to 10 games of this season.

Arsenal has been in a commanding position since the start of the season as, now, they rose to fourth with 21 points from nine games, two points behind Manchester City and Liverpool and level with third-placed Chelsea.

Arsenal enjoyed the clash against Leicester but the highlight of the match was Ozil, who netted the equaliser just before half-time and played a key role in Aubameyang's second-half double, at the Emirates Stadium.

Watch Ozil's goal here:

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Ozil shared his excitement, tweeting after the match: "I think we played some sexy football tonight. Proud captain of this team."

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Arsenal was put under pressure when they trailed after Hector Bellerin's first-half own goal in the first half.

"I think after 1-0 the reaction of the team was very important, with quality, also very organised, and also (we showed) heart," said Emery after the match.

He also praised Ozil's performance, "I am very happy with all the players. I think the (good) performance is with all the team. He is giving us, like each player, his quality, and his capacity."

"We are demanding a lot of regularity. Mezut Ozil today produced a very good performance. It was a very good victory together. We are carry on pushing and demanding, for ourselves and also for him, this regularity," he concluded.

Mesut Ozil shrugged off his poor start in the ongoing edition of Premier League by scoring a goal in Arsenal's 3-1 win against Leicester City on Monday. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang came off the bench to score twice and Mesut Ozil scored the other to stretch Arsenal's winning streak in all competitions to 10 games of this season.

Mesut Ozil shrugged off his poor start in the ongoing edition of Premier League by scoring a goal in Arsenal's 3-1 win against Leicester City on Monday. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang came off the bench to score twice and Mesut Ozil scored the other to stretch Arsenal's winning streak in all competitions to 10 games of this season. Arsenal has been in a commanding position since the start of the season as, now, they rose to fourth with 21 points from nine games, two points behind Manchester City and Liverpool and level with third-placed Chelsea. Arsenal enjoyed the clash against Leicester but the highlight of the match was Ozil, who netted the equaliser just before half-time and played a key role in Aubameyang's second-half double, at the Emirates Stadium. Watch Ozil's goal here: Didn’t even realize how involved Ozil was all the way from start to finish in this goal pic.twitter.com/77BxapIlx6 — kettle hater (@shutupdec) October 22, 2018 × OZIL'S GOAL against Leicester pic.twitter.com/wU6xTpgfcP — azhar (@itsazharua) October 22, 2018 × Ozil shared his excitement, tweeting after the match: "I think we played some sexy football tonight. Proud captain of this team." I think we played some sexy football tonight 😎💪🏼 Proud captain of this team and this club! © #YaGunnersYa ❤ #M1Ö @Arsenal pic.twitter.com/iPFGxViAes — Mesut Özil (@MesutOzil1088) October 22, 2018 × Arsenal was put under pressure when they trailed after Hector Bellerin's first-half own goal in the first half. "I think after 1-0 the reaction of the team was very important, with quality, also very organised, and also (we showed) heart," said Emery after the match. He also praised Ozil's performance, "I am very happy with all the players. I think the (good) performance is with all the team. He is giving us, like each player, his quality, and his capacity." "We are demanding a lot of regularity. Mezut Ozil today produced a very good performance. It was a very good victory together. We are carry on pushing and demanding, for ourselves and also for him, this regularity," he concluded.

Watch: After stunning goal, Mesut Ozil praises Arsenal's 'sexy' football

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Mesut Ozil is ready to sign a new contract with Arsenal but the attacking midfielder wants to know if manager Arsene Wenger is staying at the club beyond this season.&nbsp;Wenger`s contract expires at the end of the current season, while Ozil and teammate Alexis Sanchez both have 18 months left on their deals.

&quot;I feel very, very happy at Arsenal and have let the club know I would be willing to extend. The fans want me to stay, and now it&#39;s only down to the club,&quot; Ozil told German football magazine Kicker.

&quot;The club knows I am here mainly because of Arsene Wenger, who brought me here and whose trust I have. The club also knows that I want clarity about what the manager is doing.&quot; 
 
Ozil, who joined the North London club in 2013, has been criticised by former Arsenal players including Thierry Henry, who said the German international was &quot;holding the club hostage&quot; with his wage demands.&nbsp;&quot;Everyone has a right to say what they want, but what they have to say doesn&#39;t interest me,&quot; Ozil said.

&quot;Ex-players or other people who have a view don&#39;t know what is actually being said between me and the club,&quot;&nbsp; Ozil pointed.&nbsp;Arsenal are currently fifth in the Premier League with 41 points from 20 games, trailing leaders Chelsea by eight points.

(Reuters)

Mesut Ozil is ready to sign a new contract but he wants to know if Arsene Wenger will stay with Arsenal.

Mesut Ozil is ready to sign a new contract with Arsenal but the attacking midfielder wants to know if manager Arsene Wenger is staying at the club beyond this season. Wenger`s contract expires at the end of the current season, while Ozil and teammate Alexis Sanchez both have 18 months left on their deals. "I feel very, very happy at Arsenal and have let the club know I would be willing to extend. The fans want me to stay, and now it's only down to the club," Ozil told German football magazine Kicker. "The club knows I am here mainly because of Arsene Wenger, who brought me here and whose trust I have. The club also knows that I want clarity about what the manager is doing." Ozil, who joined the North London club in 2013, has been criticised by former Arsenal players including Thierry Henry, who said the German international was "holding the club hostage" with his wage demands. "Everyone has a right to say what they want, but what they have to say doesn't interest me," Ozil said. "Ex-players or other people who have a view don't know what is actually being said between me and the club," Ozil pointed. Arsenal are currently fifth in the Premier League with 41 points from 20 games, trailing leaders Chelsea by eight points. (Reuters)

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