Mohamed Elneny has revealed Arsenal star Mesut Ozil played a large part in him leaving Arsenal for Besiktas this summer.
The Egypt international joined the Turkish giants on a season-long loan after three and a half years at Arsenal in which he made 89 appearances and scored twice.
Having found himself surplus to requirements under Unai Emery, the midfielder elected to move to the Black Eagles.
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Elneny discussed how Ozil’s positive words about Turkey swayed his decision to sign for Abdullah Avcu0131’s team.
“Mesut is a friend that I love and appreciate.