Unai Emery slams Mesut Ozil's lack of commitment, criticises Arsenal over transfer talks

Former Arsenal manr Unai Emery has slammed lack of commitment shown by midfielder Mesut Ozil during his time at club. Emery was sacked by Arsenal last vember, midway into season after a string of poor performances by Gunners under him. He was subsequently replaced by Manchester City assistant manr Mikel Arteta. 

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Unai Emery slams Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil for lack of commitment

Unai Emery and Mesut Ozil did t enjoy best of relationship during ir time working toger at Arsenal. Ozil was benched for most part of season under Emery. It was earlier reported that Spanish tactician failed to get best out of former Real Madrid midfielder. w, Emery has revealed his frustration at former German international for his lack of commitment on field. 

While speaking to MailOnline, Unai Emery has revealed that he tried his best to help Ozil. Throughout his career, talented players have been his favourite and have displayed ir best while playing under him, said former Arsenal boss. He furr claimed that he was very positive towards Ozil, but attitude that he developed over a period of time and lack of commitment cost duo. 

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Unai Emery questions Arsenal's transfer policies during his tenure

Unai Emery claimed that level of commitment displayed by Ozil was t sufficient for a player who is supposed to lead a top club. former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) boss also lashed out at Arsenal board for letting him down during transfer talks. He emphasised on how club lost three of its prominent leaders with departure of Laurent Koscielny, Nacho Monreal and Aaron Ramsey while claiming that he was keener on keeping Ramsey. However, Ramsey went on to join Italian giants Juventus. 

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Unai Emery Arsenal career

Unai Emery Arsenal career stats do t make for an impressive reading as he just has a 53.7% win ratio. He was appointed as  manr in May 2018, managing 78 games for Gunners over a span of 18 months. He won 43 games with Premier League side, only to be subsequently sacked in vember 2019. 

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