This archive report was first published on 29 October 2019.
Published on October 29, 2019, a report by the UK Metro revealed that a section of Arsenal players are unhappy with the handling of Ozil and Pepe.
Unai Emery's decision to freeze out Mesut Ozil has been particularly contentious, with the German midfielder starting just one Premier League match this season.
While Ozil has been largely excluded from the squad, Nicolas Pepe has enjoyed significant minutes of game play, sparking concerns that the treatment of the pair has begun to split the dressing room.
The situation has left Unai Emery under immense pressure, with many believing it has contributed to the club's recent slump.
Emery's side has struggled to find consistency, missing out on a glorious chance to break into the top four and now sitting fifth behind fourth-placed Chelsea.
Granit Xhaka's clash with fans after his substitution in the 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace at Emirates Stadium has also laid bare cracks within the squad.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Unai Emery will address the concerns of his players and restore unity to the team.
