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Ozil accused of playing 'when he wants to' - Arsenal legend Petit

Mesut Ozil’s attitude and inconsistency has been questioned by Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit, with the German accused of playing “when he wants to”.

As a World Cup winner, there is no doubting the 29-year-old’s ability.

He remains a key figure at Emirates Stadium, with Arsenal often looking to a man acquired from Real Madrid for £42.5 million for inspiration.

Petit has, however, suggested that Ozil – who penned a new contract in January which is set to keep him in north London until 2021 - only delivers when the mood takes him.

Quizzed during an ‘Ask Me Anything’ session on Reddit as to who his favourite current Arsenal player is, the former France international said: “In the current Arsenal team.