Report: Inter Milan lining up shock bid for Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil

Inter Milan are weighing up an offer for Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil, according to a report.

The ex-Germany international was benched for the Gunners' trip to Bournemouth last weekend amid concerns over his workrate from manager Unai Emery.

Ozil was left out of Arsenal's squad entirely for Sunday's North London derby against Tottenham Hotspur, which the club put down to a back spasm suffered in training.

A small clutch of clubs could pounce on the uncertainty surrounding the 30-year-old's future, with The Sun reporting that Inter are among those ready to make a move.

However, Ozil's £350,000-a-week wages may prove an issue for the Nerazzurri, who have held a long-term interest in the playmaker.

Arsenal will consider any offers tabled for Ozil, it is claimed, despite only offering him a new long-term deal earlier this year when Arsene Wenger was in charge.