Arsenal fan spotted with ‘Bring Back Mesut’ banner at Emirates during Europa League clash

Arsenal fans returned to Emirates Stadium for first time since March during Arsenal vs Rapid Wien Europa League clash, with 2000 fans watching game from stands. While most Arsenal fans would have enjoyed what y saw with club running out 4-1 winners, one spectator made his feelings clear as he showcased a banner asking for return of out of favour midfielder Mesut Ozil. tably, calls for Mesut Ozil have been getting stronger in recent weeks, with club struggling offensively this campaign.

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Europa League results: Arsenal vs Rapid Wien match summary

With thing left to play for in group, Mikel Arteta chose a largely second-string side for Arsenal vs Rapid Wien game. hosts put in an impressive performance and dominated Europa League fixture from start to finish. club finished first half with a 3-0 lead, courtesy of goals from Alexandre Lacazette, Pablo Mari and Eddie Nketiah. In a match which saw Gunner shave as much as 71% possession, second half saw goals from Emile Smith Rowe and Koya Kitagawa for visitors as game ended 4-1. 

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Mesut Ozil banner on display in Arsenal vs Rapid Wien game

With spectators sitting in a socially distanced manner at Emirates Stadium, one fan took opportunity to make his feelings clear about Mesut Ozil five minutes into Europa League clash. fan was seen holding up a banner with words “Bring Back Mesut” as he called for return of 32-year-old midfielder. tably, Mesut Ozil has fallen out of favour with Mikel Arteta, with midfielder t even a part of Arsenal’s Premier League and Europa League squads this season.

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Despite that, Mesut Ozil has expressed time and time again his desire to play for Arsenal and has been training with first team in a bid to keep up his fitness as well. midfielder is also seen supporting team via social media, with Mesut Ozil also posting videos of his fitness regime online. Ever since Mesut Ozil was dropped from squad, Arsenal fans have called for player’s return, particularly in light of struggles faced by Gunners in front of goal.

When does Ozil contract end?

Mikel Arteta’s men have found goals hard to come by this season and have mand to score just 10 times in 10 league games this season. With star striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang misfiring as well, many fans have suggested that Mesut Ozil’s passing ability is what team needs to get its attack going again. midfielder is also club’s highest earner current, with Ozil contract meaning that 32-year-old pockets ws of £350,000-a-week. Mesut Ozil’s contract runs out next season, with midfielder having t played a single minute of competitive football since March.

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