MIKEL ARTETA admits he is relying on Mesut Ozil to guide Arsenal back up the table.
But the new Gunners boss adds he is yet to discuss transfers with the board after taking charge at his former club.
Arteta has signed a three-and-a-half year deal at the Emirates to replace Unai Emery.
And his first task is to put a halt to the dreadful run of one win in 12 matches.
Freddie Ljunberg will continue in the dug-out for tomorrow’s trip to Everton.
And Arteta will get the chance to run the rule over Arsenal’s current crop of stars.
One man in the spotlight – yet again – is German playmaker Ozil.
He has failed to score a goal or register an assist in ten games this season.
But Arteta is counting on the World Cup winner to be an important player in his new-look side.
Arteta said: “He’s a massive player for this football club.
“I want to understand how they’re feeling and what they need.
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