Report: Mesut Ozil could play for Arsenal against Stoke City this weekend

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil is in line to make his return from injury against Stoke City this weekend, according to reports.

Ozil has been out of action since October with a knee injury, but he is back in full training and is targeting Sunday's game as a chance to make his eagerly awaited return.

The Telegraph says that it is more likely the 25-year-old will start amongst the substitutes, with the following week's trip to Premier League champions Manchester City in mind.

Arsene Wenger could also have midfielders Mathieu Flamini and Aaron Ramsey fit for the visit of the Potters, while Danny Welbeck is considered a doubt and Mikel Arteta is definitely ruled out.

Ozil got three assists in the corresponding fixture last season.