Friday, 23 December 2016

Arsène Wenger says Mesut Özil is not exempt from Arsenal dirty work

• Manager defends Özil’s ball-winning ability after defeat at Manchester City
• Danny Welbeck and Aaron Ramsey back in full training after injuries

Arsène Wenger says that Mesut Özil is not a special case when it comes to the dirty work of pressing and winning the ball back. Arsenal’s luxury conductor was a focus for criticism with clips of him at a walking pace during last weekend’s defeat at Manchester City highlighted.

Related: Mesut Özil doesn't track back but he wins possession more than you'd think

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