Ozil leaves rehab in Germany as he steps up comeback from injury

Mesut Ozil has thanked the medical staff at the rehabilitation centre in Germany where he has been receiving treatment for a hamstring injury.

The German star was given permission by Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger to receive treatment in his homeland after suffering the injury during Arsenal's 1-1 Champions League draw with Bayern Munich last month. 

Ozil wrote on his Facebook page:

"Many thanks to my whole rehab team and the medics. Thanks for your support.

"Nevertheless, I don't hope to see you that soon again - at least not in the rehab."

Ozil will now return to England to step up his bid for fitness at London Colney.

Arsene Wenger has said he does not expect his record signing to be available for selection until after the Gunners play West Ham at the Emirates on April 15.

Culled from Ashburtongrove