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ARSENAL star Mesut Ozil should "go and build motorways" if he's unhappy with the "most fantastic job in the world," says Vinnie Jones.

The ex-Wimbledon captain, never one to mince his words, issued a stern warning to the 29-year-old on Monday while speaking on.

 Mesut Ozil has been slammed by Vinnie Jones after he made himself unavailable for the game against West Ham through illness
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Mesut Ozil has been slammed by Vinnie Jones after he made himself unavailable for the game against West Ham through illnessCredit: PA:Empics Sport
 Jones, right, says the 29-year-old should "go and build motorways" if he isn't happy "having the most fantastic job in the world"
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Jones, right, says the 29-year-old should "go and build motorways" if he isn't happy "having the most fantastic job in the world"Credit: Rex Features

Fans have turned on the German after a lacklustre start to the new campaign, with Ozil most recently making himself unavailable for Saturday's 3-1 win over West Ham - citing illness as the reason for his absence.

Ozil, who earns a mega £350,000 a week, has missed seven games through illness in the last two years alone.

And Jones is far from impressed at Ozil's attitude.

The legendary hardman said: "Go and build motorways or go into a hospital and cook dinners for people.

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 Ozil retired from international duty with Germany citing 'racism and disrespect' after their premature exit from the World Cup this summer
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Ozil retired from international duty with Germany citing 'racism and disrespect' after their premature exit from the World Cup this summerCredit: AP:Associated Press
 Ozil, left, is yet to show glimpses of his best form under the Gunners new boss Unai Emery so far this season
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Ozil, left, is yet to show glimpses of his best form under the Gunners new boss Unai Emery so far this seasonCredit: Getty - Contributor

"Do something that you can be proud of if you're not happy having the most fantastic job in the world."

The former Real Madrid playmaker retired from international football citing ‘racism and disrespect’ following Germany's premature exit from the World Cup.

He was then accused of , and has started the season like a man with the weight of the world on his shoulders.

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