Arsenal team news: Wenger set to recall star names, Mesut Ozil available for return after missing weekend clash

Mesut Ozil

Arsenal will be desperate to return to winning ways when they take on Atletico Madrid in the Europa League this week.

The clash takes place on Thursday evening at the Wanda Metropolitano while kick-off is scheduled for 20:05 (GMT).

Arsene Wenger’s side are in need of a victory after being held to a 1-1 draw by Atleti in the first leg.

The Gunners dominated the clash following Šime Vrsaljko’s red card after ten minutes. However, Antoine Griezmann delivered the sucker punch late in the second half to level the score.

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Arsenal team news:

Wenger decided to rest several star names during the 2-1 defeat to Manchester United on Sunday. Mesut Ozil, Mustafi, Jack Wilshere, Aaron Ramsey, Alexandre Lacazette and Laurent Koscielny were all rested by the French tactician.

Ozil is expected to return to start starting lineup on Thursday after participating in first-team training today.

Meanwhile, Santi Cazorla and Mohamed Elneny are ruled out with injuries.