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title: "Arsenal: Fans buzz as Mikel Arteta identifies possible Mesut Ozil replacement in Orkun Kökçü"
canonical: "https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/arsenal-fans-buzz-as-mikel-arteta-identifies-possible-mesut-ozil-replacement-in-orkun-kokcu/"
type: "post"
language: "en-GB"
author: "Adam Clancy"
section: "Arsenal Football Club"
published: "2020-05-20T12:50:09Z"
modified: "2020-05-20T12:50:09Z"
---

# Arsenal: Fans buzz as Mikel Arteta identifies possible Mesut Ozil replacement in Orkun Kökçü

**Lots of Arsenal fans have been buzzing as [Mundo Deportivo](https://twitter.com/mundodeportivo) (via [LTArsenal](https://twitter.com/ltarsenal/status/1262670540583522304)) reported that the north London club are in pole position to land Feyenoord ace Orkun **Kökcü.****

As per the outlet, his vision, dribbling, use of either feet and ability to control a game has caught the attention of Mikel Arteta, who apparently wants him to replace Mesut Ozil. The Gunners are allegedly willing to pay between €20-30 million for his services in the upcoming summer transfer window.

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Comparing the two men in their respective domestic leagues so far this season, it is clear to see who is fairing better based off their stats. Kökcü has scored more goals and provided more assists, and has also averaged more long balls, shots and dribbles per game than Ozil, according to [Whoscored](https://www.whoscored.com/PlayerComparison).

Nevertheless, the 31-year old has been a faithful servant at the Emirates, but Arteta may be feeling that it is time to move him on and bring in some fresh new blood.

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These AFC supporters buzzed upon hearing the news:

https://twitter.com/KorSoNagyimi/status/1262670742531051520

> Very high potential.His passing is for a 19 year old is astounding.
>
> — fftoo (@fftoo55) [May 19, 2020](https://twitter.com/fftoo55/status/1262676394158497792?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

> Make it happen
>
> — ™ (@qazor\_) [May 19, 2020](https://twitter.com/qazor_/status/1262696894582702086?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

> Very young and can learn a lot from ozil
>
> — Introvert (@introvert342\_) [May 19, 2020](https://twitter.com/introvert342_/status/1262671157913948160?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

> He is a real talent for Feyenoord. I am dutch and have seen him play a few times. He could really be a great addition.
>
> — Oilime (@TeaSpoon4TeaCup) [May 19, 2020](https://twitter.com/TeaSpoon4TeaCup/status/1262728986846810117?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

> This is one transfer I would be very happy about!
>
> — Celestine Mbaluka (@mbaluks) [May 19, 2020](https://twitter.com/mbaluks/status/1262728619404771328?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

> Finally some good news.
>
> — WILDCARD (@tsharlzbraun) [May 19, 2020](https://twitter.com/tsharlzbraun/status/1262737722080296961?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

> He is a good player, still young but great talent!!
>
> — Gooner (@LuckyStaarr) [May 19, 2020](https://twitter.com/LuckyStaarr/status/1262728806747471872?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

***Gooners, do you think Kökçü could replace Ozil? Comment below!***