Mikel Arteta's problem with Mesut Ozil is his inability to play on the flanks for Arsenal, according to reports. Gunners boss Arteta made the bold decision at the start of the season to leave the German out of his Premier League and Europa League squads.
Arsenal have been struggling without Ozil, who is the club's longest-serving and best-paid player, earning a staggering £350,000-a-week.
The Gunners are crying out for a creative outlet, and it seems absurd that Arteta would leave Ozil out of his plans without a back-up.
Arsenal had been linked with Philippe Coutinho in the summer transfer window, and Arteta was keen to bring the Brazilian to London.
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