Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has explained briefly why Mesut Ozil was left out of Wednesday's squad to face Manchester City.

The Gunners were blown away by Pep Guardiola's side, eventually losing 3-0 at the Etihad.

One notable absentee was the club's highest paid player in Ozil, who didn't even make the match-day squad.

Asked after the match about the decision, Arteta said: "It was a tactical reason."

This will only fuel speculation that Ozil will be sold this summer, with Fenerbahce reportedly hopeful of securing his signature.