3 reasons why Mesut Ozil would shine at Manchester United

Ozil could reunite with Jose Mourinho

The arrival of Mesut Ozil was supposed to signal the dawn of a new era at Arsenal, but it’s not quite worked out that way. Despite winning two FA Cups, the Gunners haven’t challenged for the title during his four years at the club.

The Londoners failed to qualify for the Champions League for the first time under Arsene Wenger last season, which is one of the reasons Ozil and Alexis Sanchez have yet to commit to signing a new deal.

The two stars could be available on a free transfer next summer. And Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is reportedly eager to bring the playmaker to Old Trafford.

The Coral News Team think Ozil could be a very smart addition for United and here’s why…

Team structure

Ozil has exceptional vision and the ability to thread inch-perfect passes. He’s created 3.64 chances per 90 minutes in the Premier League so far this season, second only to Philippe Coutinho.

However, the 28-year-old doesn’t contribute much defensively, which means he needs a solid midfield behind him to ensure the team remains balanced when he roams the final third.

He doesn’t have that at Arsenal. Aaron Ramsey likes to burst into the box, which often leaves Granit Xhaka to hold the midfield on his own. Xhaka lacks pace and mobility, so he’s forced to make last-ditch tackles to try to stop opposition attacks.

At Madrid, Mourinho used a combination of Xabi Alonso, Sami Khedira and Lassana Diarra in midfield to ensure that the team retained their shape even when Ozil drifted from his central role.

Mourinho has the tactical nous and midfield options to get the best out of Ozil consistently.