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'We need him' - Emery's message as Ozil prepares for Spurs return

The Gunners midfielder is expected to be involved for the first time this season when Spurs visit the Emirates in the Premier League

Unai Emery says Arsenal need Mesut Ozil at his very best as the German prepares to return to the squad for the first time this season.

After enjoying a promising tour of the United States this summer where he showed glimpses of his best form, Ozil has endured an incredibly difficult few weeks - on and off the pitch.

He and Sead Kolasinac were the victims of an armed robbery attempt outside the latter’s house last month and although both escaped unharmed, there have been incidents since which led to the two players being withdrawn from the squad to face Newcastle on the opening weekend of the new campaign.