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Arsenal make decision on Mesut Ozil's future after Tottenham outburst: Fans will be split
ARSENAL will not pay over the odds to keep Mesut Ozil this summer, according to reports.
Mesut Özil on speaking to Wenger about transfer to Arsenal
Ozil angered Arsenal fans after swearing at medical officer Gary O'Driscoll moments after informed he must attend a drugs test.
The Germany international's future at the north London giants is currently uncertain, with his contract expiring in 2018.
Ozil is currently on wages of £140,000-a-week.
Mesut Ozil is facing an uncertain future at Arsenal
Mesut Ozil played under Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid
It is said Arsenal are also confident they can receive a huge fee for him.
Manchester United have been credited with an interest in Ozil with Jose Mourinho having managed the 28-year-old during their time at Real Madrid.
Turkish giants Fenerbahce are also keen to lure him away from the Premier League.
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