OZIL MADE A SCAPE GOAT IN ARSENAL CRISIS?

The German has been lambasted for a perceived lack of interest and effort on the pitch - but those who criticise him for that are wrong
The fallout from Arsenal’s crushing defeat to Bayern Munich is likely to be brought back into discussion over the coming months unless Arsene Wenger’s side win a trophy this season. One player who has been heavily criticised every time the Gunners have lost a game during the campaign is much-maligned German international Mesut Ozil.
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From the outside it appears that Ozil is constantly misunderstood and misinterpreted due to a perceived issue with his body language. The 28-year-old had carved out a reputation as one of the finest No.10s in world football before joining Arsenal and the World Cup winner continues to court criticism because of what he does - or doesn’t do - on the pitch.
Ozil’s agent spoke to the media following the 5-1 drubbing in Munich by taking the unorthodox approach of questioning his client’s critics. Dr Erkut Sogut made several interesting points and hit back at those who lambasted the star for being unable to influence proceedings on Wednesday night. “How on earth is a player meant to create chances when his team only has 26% possession? It’s ridiculous”, he said.

For a player who created more chances in a single campaign (137) than any other player in Premier League history last season, there is no doubt that Ozil can do better and knows that his numbers aren't as impressive right now. Germany's player of the year cut a frustrated figure on the pitch as his side were physically and mentally overpowered by a much better side, but you can be sure that there will be a response from the No.10 who remains a joy to watch when on top form. Now it's time for Ozil and his team-mates to respond.