This archive report was first published on 25 October 2019.
Manchester United's search for short-term solutions in January has led to a call from club legend Paul Scholes for the club to sign Mesut Ozil from Arsenal.
As reported on October 25, 2019, Ozil was left out of the Gunners' squad for their Europa League clash with Vitoria, continuing a trend of being overlooked by manager Unai Emery.
Meanwhile, Manchester United's attacking performance against Partizan Belgrade was toothless, with the Red Devils relying on an Anthony Martial penalty to secure a win.
"I can't understand it (Ozil's omission)," Scholes said on BT Sport. "I think he's a player who can link a team together. He's got great quality, he's shown that in his career."
Former Arsenal striker Robin van Persie also weighed in on the situation, saying, "It's a shame, he's one of their best players. He's really good but something is not quite right at the moment with him and the coach so hopefully that gets solved for Arsenal."
Former Manchester United defender Martin Keown added, "There is no doubt about his ability, it's the work ethic, it must be. Can he find a way to play him? I don't think he's as committed as I would like to see him, and I think there is evidence, there is hard evidence."
