How he has proved his worth at Arsenal

MESUT OZIL’S performances for Arsenal have often been criticised but the stats show he has had a big impact for the club since his debut in September 2013:

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NO player has made more Premier League assists since Ozil’s debut than his 39. Christian Eriksen is next with 34.

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HE has also created more chances than anyone else — 361. 262 were from open play, with only Eden Hazard managing more of those in the same period.

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OZIL has scored 21 league goals in four seasons at Arsenal. Only Olivier Giroud (55), Alexis Sanchez (47) and Theo Walcott (24) have scored more for the club.