5 Reasons Mesut Ozil Needs Aaron Ramsey In Arsenal’s Central Midfield

View image | gettyimages.com

1. Aaron Ramsey can carry the team

This is an all-encompassing reason. Aaron Ramsey can carry the team. He has carried the team before. While Mesut Ozil has been carrying the team this year, he is not the first to do so. Alexis Sanchez has done it too and we have seen just how well Alexis and Ozil combine. Ramsey can combine with Ozil just like that. When we welcome back Alexis, think of the trifecta.

No one is doubting Ozil’s ability to carry the team. We have all been witnessing it. But if he allows himself to share the burden with Aaron Ramsey, they will both be able to play more freely and more fluidly. There will not be as much pressure and responsibility on the German’s shoulders.

Next: 15 Arsenal Transfer Rumors To Follow

And if that time comes where Mesut Ozil starts to have a few off-matches, Aaron Ramsey, in the center of the pitch, has the ability to take over. It may not look as pretty and as perfect as Mesut Ozil, it may not even be as effective, but Ramsey is one of those guys that will take an entire game upon himself and drive the team. Arsenal has a few of those guys on the side, but only two are healthy. And it’s these two.

(All stats via WhoScored.com and Squawka.com)