Arsenal star Mesut Ozil reveals back injury kept him out of Burnley clash but hopes to be fit for World Cup


MESUT OZIL won’t play for Arsenal again this season as he targets a World Cup return.

The Germany international revealed a back injury kept him out of Arsene Wenger’s last ever home match against Burnley on Sunday.

Arsenal ace Mesut Ozil has played his last game for Arsenal this season
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Ozil, 29, confirmed his injury on Twitter while also paying his respects to boss Wenger.

He said: “It’s a pity I missed yesterday’s match with my back injury. It’ll need some time but I’m sure I’ll fully recover in time for the World Cup.

“Once again I’d like to thank our boss. It was an honour playing for you, Mon. Wenger!

“Thanks for all the memories we shared together.”

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