Mesut Ozil has paid tribute to departing Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.

Wenger announced yesterday he was leaving at the end of the season.

Ozil told Sky Sports: "He's the main reason I came here, he convinced me and I am proud to have played under him.

"Everyone has a lot of respect for him. He has won many titles, developed some good players and has always played excellent football, so you know as a player if you come here you are going to be able to develop and play in that style.

"He is an honest guy, a very respectful guy, has a good personality, and everybody wants to play under him."