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Wenger pleased to see Ozil on goal trail as talks continue

Arsene Wenger wants Mesut Ozil to commit to a new contract with Arsenal as the Germany international enjoys the prime of his career.

Talks continue between Arsenal and influential playmaker Mesut Ozil over an extended contract at Emirates Stadium, says manager Arsene Wenger.

Ozil continued his stellar form this season with a hat-trick in Wednesday's 6-0 demolition of Ludogorets in the Champions League.

The 28-year-old, like forward Alexis Sanchez, is out of contract in 2018 and Wenger urged his club to match the duo's ambitions in terms of winning major honours to secure their long-term futures.