Ozil provided the assist for Nicolas Pepe's opener on a night which saw Arsenal produce a commanding display to earn new boss Mikel Arteta his first win as manager
Rio Ferdinand believes Mesut Ozil is happy with life under Mikel Arteta following his starring role in Arsenal's win over Man Utd .
The German playmaker's cross set up Nicolas Pepe to score Arsenal's opener, before Sokratis added a second just before half-time.Speaking on BT Sport, Ferdinand said: "Look at that from Ozil, I think that is the first time I've seen him smile in 18 months, and that’s because he must be enjoying training."
It looked as though Ozil's time at Arsenal could be up, but the arrival of Arteta has seemingly reignited his Gunners career.
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