Arsenal boss Unai Emery is delighted with Mesut Ozil's "improved behaviour".

Ozil was left out for some of the physical, tough away games and did not seem to be trusted by the Spaniard, who replaced Arsene Wenger last summer.

But the playmaker, 30, has played in Arsenal's last eight games, winning six, drawing with Spurs and losing the first leg against Rennes in the Europa League.

Asked whether Ozil is playing better and working harder, Emery replied: "Yes. Yes. He is working very well and playing well. He is helping us. I am very happy with him.

"Now in the team we have a good atmosphere, good spirit. Each player is helping us with his quality and good behaviour.

"This is the spirit I want. They are doing that and Mesut is also."