Mesut Ozil ‘agrees three-and-a-half year contract’ with Fenerbahce as Arsenal nightmare set to finally end

Mesut Ozil has reportedly agreed a three-and-a-half year deal to join Fenerbahce and finally leave Arsenal.

Ozil has been frozen out by Mikel Arteta as he was left out of the Gunners’ Premier League and Europa League squads for the first half of the Premier League season and has been training away from the first team in recent weeks.

The north London club have been desperately trying to offload the Germany international and his £350,000-a-week wages.

Reports from DHA in Turkey claim a contract has been agreed with Fenerbahce.

Ozil, who has Turkish roots, has previously spoken of his admiration for Fenerbahce.

A number of reports in Turkish media have tipped the 32-year-old to join Fenerbahce in January.

Journalist Berkay Tokgoz claims that this deal is close to happening as Ozil is in the area and will wear the No.23 jersey for the Yellow Canaries.

Sport Witness cites claims in Turkey that Ozil met with Fenerbahce president Ali Koc in London.

The report also points to other ‘trusted sources from Turkish media’ are claiming the same.

Reports also claimed that Ozil was in advanced negotiations with MLS side DC United.

Football London reports DC United have offered an ‘attractive package’ to the player which includes the expansion of his M10 brand across the United States.

The report also says DC United’s offer includes the expansion of Ozil‘s ’39 Steps Coffee’ brand in their Audi Field stadium, own merchandise line and will use him as the face of the club.