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Emery: Ozil fits Arsenal style but still isn't guaranteed a place in the squad

Arsenal manager Unai Emery believes Mesut Ozil is able to play the style of football he advocates, but says that still might not be enough for him to feature in the squad, let alone the starting XI.

The German playmaker was left out of the matchday squad as Arsenal dispatched Standard Liege 4-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday in what was an impressive display from a young, energetic side.

He was also left out of the squad entirely for the club’s previous Premier League game against Manchester United.

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Speaking ahead of Arsenal’s meeting with Bournemouth on Sunday, Emery said that Ozil is able to contribute to the same high-intensity style of play the Gunners showed in midweek, but will not get preferential treatment over other members of the squad.