What Can Mesut Ozil Offer Arsenal? The Statistics

As Real Madrid playmaker Mesut Ozil edges closer to a move to Arsenal, coupled with the clubs win over bitter rivals Tottenham this weekend, Gooners across the country are suddenly feeling optimistic about the season. But being transfer deadline day, a lot can change, so we thought we would have a look at what the Germany international can offer Arsene Wenger's side.

Last season Ozil played 32 games for the La Liga club, scoring nine goals in the process. His incredible vision, technical ability and intelligence on the ball aided him in creating 91 opportunities for his team-mates last season - the most in the Spanish topflight.

His 84% pass completion is also a notable feat, proving that the former Werder Bremen midfielder would be more than comfortable in the Gunners' silky passing style.

His capacity in attack has seen him deployed across all three of the forward positions behind the sole striker at the Bernabeu, but he is predominantly a left-footed second striker, who ghosts around and opens pockets of space for those around him.

His 82% shot accuracy was unsurprisingly the highest at the club last term and eclipses anything that anyone at the Emirates could muster.

An incredible signing, should it be completed.

all statistics provided by Squawka.