Mesut Ozil’s lucrative contract extension at Arsenal has led to “tension” in the Gunners camp, claims former forward Jeremie Aliadiere.
The World Cup-winning midfielder was handed fresh terms in February 2018 as his previous deal ran down.
Those in north London had to dig deep in order to keep the German playmaker on their books, with his continued presence at Emirates Stadium considered to be crucial to the club’s plans.
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Ozil has, however, struggled to justify the faith shown in him, with Unai Emery having taken to overlooking him at times this season.