Cazorla 'not enjoying' his football as ex-Arsenal man still playing through pain at Villarreal

Santi Cazorla is playing again, but the former Arsenal midfielder admits he is “not enjoying” his ongoing fight for fitness after linking up with Villarreal.

The 33-year-old is back where it all began for him following the expiration of his contract at Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal were unable to offer an extended stay to a man who has been sidelined for the best part of two years with a series of ankle problems.

Cazorla has been able to get back out onto the field with Villarreal, playing 15 minutes of a friendly clash with Hercules on Tuesday, but concedes that 636 days out have left him playing through pain.