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Ozil doesn't 'deserve' to be in Arsenal team, says coach Unai Emery

The Gunners boss left his top earner out for the second game running against Standard Liege and believes those selected are more worthy

Unai Emery has suggested that he sees other players as more deserving of a spot in Arsenal’s matchday squad than Mesut Ozil.

The German was a notable omission from the 18 named for the Gunners’ 4-0 win over Standard Liege in the Europa League and was not involved in the 1-1 draw against Manchester United either.

Emery has shown an increasing reluctance to use Ozil – the club’s top earner – this season, handing the 30-year-old just two appearances and often leaving him out entirely.