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Mesut Ozil has been hailed as the “genius” who will win Arsenal the Premier League title.

Sami Khedira plays for Germany with Ozil and used to be a Real Madrid team-mate of the 24-year-old until his record move to Arsenal. Ozil has been a revelation at the Emirates, helping the Gunners to 10 straight victories ahead of today’s trip to West Brom.

“Arsenal had a strong team anyway, but Mesut makes them the best team in England,” said Khedira.

“I am sure he can be the player that makes things happen for them and win them the championship.

“Mesut is a genius on the field, there is no other way to describe him.

“Of course, there was some disappointment among the players at Madrid because he is the best in his position in the world. But I understand his decision as a player and also as my friend.

“He is already playing amazing football for Arsenal and he hasn’t even got used to the Premier League yet.”

Ozil is the latest German member of the Arsenal dressing-room and Khedira, 26, believes their winning mentality will be vital to Arsene Wenger’s team.

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“There is a real German influence now, with Per Metersacker, Lukas Podolski, Mesut and also younger players coming through,” said Khedira.

“They are the sort of players Arsenal need if they are to win trophies.”

Khedira will have 18 months remaining on his contract in the January window and the opportunity to reunite Ozil with his old colleague has not been lost on the Arsenal hierarchy.