Arsene Wenger: Ozil is another Bergkamp

Mesut Ozil the next Bergkamp, said Wenger after another influential display by the player in a 2-0 win over Bournemouth.

The German international Ozil assisted in one goal and scored another on Monday to help Arsenal top the league table.

He has made 16 assists and scored 5 goals in the Premier League this season alone, closing in on Arsenal legend Thierry Henry who has set the all time record of  20 assists.

Against Bournemouth, Ozil created 9 goal scoring opportunities making it the highest figured registered in Premier League this season.

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When asked if Ozil is the best player in the Premier League, he said:

Look at the number of assists and they speak for him.

Wenger also acknowledged comparison with forward Bergkamp, who was a sharp shooter in Wenger’s early days.

Ozil has been fantastic to watch, but what has impressed most this season is the level of consistency  – and Wenger believes he still has more to offer at age 27.