Arsenal fans took a huge sigh of relief after Mesut Ozil committed his future to the north London based club on Wednesday.
The Gunners supporters already watched Alexis Sanchez join bitter rivals Manchester United earlier in the month and were feating the worst.
Ozil had entered the final five months of his contract but did opt to remain at Arsenal.
The 29-year-old took to social media yesterday to send a message to Arsenal fans detailing why he took so long to make his decision.
Ozil stated that it was one of the biggest decision in his football career and that he spoke with his close friends and relatives before penning a new deal.
The Germany international went onto state that he feels at home in London and that he is motivated to achieve more at Arsenal.
“Proud to announce: I signed dat thing. 3 more years with Arsenal!” Ozil stated on social media.
“It’s been one of the most important decisions of my footballing career and that’s why I had to think hard and talk with everyone who’s important to me.
“Good things take time! In the end I let my heart decide. As I always said, I feel at home here and I’m highly motivated to achieve big things in the next few years.
“Once a Gunner, always a Gunner!”
Ozil is expected to be back in action this weekend when Arsenal take on Everton in the Premier League.
