Mesut Ozil’s languid style has drawn criticism from supporters and pundits, but since his return from injury, no Arsenal player has eaten up as many yards as the German midfielder. Looking at Premier League stats since and including the 5-0 home win against Aston Villa on February 1, Ozil has led the way for his side in terms of distance covered. Ozil also ran more than any Arsenal player in the 3-1 Champions League defeat by Monaco, clocking up 11.38 kilometres. Against Everton on Sunday, Ozil was Arsenal’s leading runner, and his heat map shows how he floated around the pitch, occupying a central position but also drifting onto either flank. Arsenal player's distance...
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