A man who helped the Gunners to give glory a title during his time in north London admits that the World Cup winner did not meet expectations
Arsenal’s Mesut Ozil’s time could have “been a lot longer”, acknowledging the legend of Gunners Michael Thomas, with the World Cup winner heading for the relegation. after failing to meet expectations.
There have been enough highs for the German midfielder over seven years in north London, including three FA Cup victories, but there have been so many lows.
Ozil has struggled to become the talismanic icon he was supposed to be when he was taken out of Real Madrid by Arsene Wenger in the summer of 2013.
With questions being asked about his form and opinion over 254 appearances for Arsenal, a long-running move saga seems to be coming to an end.
Interest in Ozil is showing interest during the January window, as it is still frozen outside at the Emirates Stadium under Mikel Arteta, while a free agency will be beaten at the end of the season unless a contract is reached. nis.
Thomas is among those questioning what it could be for a former German international, says CaughtOffside of separation actor: “Amazing vision and quality but not enough consistency to go with these qualities.
“His partnership with [Alexis] There may have been a lot more in Sanchez, but it has blossomed at times. ”
With Ozil out of the picture, Arsenal need to find creativity from other sources – with promising academy graduates stepping up in an hour of need.
Thomas said: “It’s great what Emile Smith Rowe is doing.
“He is a non-intimidating player with a knowledge of the quality he can bring to the team, whilst demonstrating the work ethic and willingness to continue. at Arsenal.
“I still think they need another player in the creative model with real quality because it’s always dangerous to rely on just one.”
Arsenal are said to be looking for another playmaker, with Arteta on the market for an option that will provide weapons for opponents Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette – who have looked a bit out of place at times. -this season.
Thomas, who helped bring the Gunners back to glory in 1989 and 1991, went on to say about a team that has recently received a spark: “The team is playing with more confidence which is great.
“The calls for Aubameyang to play through the medium I thought were wrong. In some games where the lines are high and you can play the ball behind it it supports that argument, but in general it plays better to be able to face the goal and where his friend in Lacazette.
“I think another mid-week goal will help him build confidence further. ”