Arsenal star Mesut Ozil has been warned by Unai Emery that he will not be carried
Arsenal boss Unai Emery insists Mesut Ozil must carry out the same defensive duties as his team-mates as the Gunners prepare for their trip to Stamford Bridge.
The Gunners travel across London to play Chelsea seeking for their first points of the season following a 2-0 defeat to Manchester City at the Emirates last Sunday.
Ozil struggled against Pep Guardiolas men as the Gunners were afforded just 41% possession against the Premier League champions.
It could be a similar scenario against Maurizio Sarris men and Emery has warned Ozil he will not be carried if he doesnt perform his role off the ball
There are defensive moments and attacking moments, said Emery, when asked about Ozil.
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Every player needs this commitment. We need to start together, whether we are attacking or defending. I want that from every player, defensive moments are for each and every player.
Ozil has played all his career like a No 10, like a right winger going inside to receive the ball. Its clear he needs the ball more, to give more options in the attacking moments. He needs to do that in each match – be demanding for us.
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Ozil is expected to retain his place against Chelsea, while Lucas Torreira could be given his full debut after a brief appearance against City.
Emery has confirmed he will stick with Petr Cech for the trip to Stamford Bridge, meaning Bernd Lenos wait for his debut must go on.
MORE: Paul Pogba needs Manchester United captaincy, insists Ryan Giggs
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Arsenal star Mesut Ozil has been warned by Unai Emery that he will not be carried
Arsenal boss Unai Emery insists Mesut Ozil must carry out the same defensive duties as his team-mates as the Gunners prepare for their trip to Stamford Bridge.
The Gunners travel across London to play Chelsea seeking for their first points of the season following a 2-0 defeat to Manchester City at the Emirates last Sunday.
Ozil struggled against Pep Guardiolas men as the Gunners were afforded just 41% possession against the Premier League champions.
It could be a similar scenario against Maurizio Sarris men and Emery has warned Ozil he will not be carried if he doesnt perform his role off the ball
There are defensive moments and attacking moments, said Emery, when asked about Ozil.
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Every player needs this commitment. We need to start together, whether we are attacking or defending. I want that from every player, defensive moments are for each and every player.
Ozil has played all his career like a No 10, like a right winger going inside to receive the ball. Its clear he needs the ball more, to give more options in the attacking moments. He needs to do that in each match – be demanding for us.
More: Arsenal FC
Ozil is expected to retain his place against Chelsea, while Lucas Torreira could be given his full debut after a brief appearance against City.
Emery has confirmed he will stick with Petr Cech for the trip to Stamford Bridge, meaning Bernd Lenos wait for his debut must go on.
MORE: Paul Pogba needs Manchester United captaincy, insists Ryan Giggs
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