With a mere 10 days remaining of this summer's transfer window, one could forgive themselves for thinking that there are a huge percentage of 'unusual' rumours that come about as the clock ticks down, and today was no exception as Arsenal's German play-maker Mesut Ozil was linked with a move to Turkish side Besiktas.
Reported in today's Mirror, the rumour states that former Besiktas board member Erol Kaynar claims that Erdan Torunogullari, the club's transfer chief, has held talks with Ozil's agent.
Kaynar was reported as saying that Torunogullari "met with Mesut Ozil's representatives last week and made an enquiry", the player having been at the Emirates since 2013 when he made a move from Real Madrid worth £42.5 million.
Wenger laughed off the speculation
Arsene Wenger was asked about the bizarre transfer story today at his pre-match press conference, ahead of Liverpool's visit on Monday night, and flatly denied any truth in the speculation.
The Arsenal boss stated that Ozil is "fully committed" to the club and is just concentrated on "getting results."
The Turkish born German has become an integral part of the Arsenal squad, and he will be vital as Arsenal attempt to end their Premier League trophy drought, the North London club having not lifted the title since 2004.
A big season for Ozil
The German international has entered his third season in English football, and he looked impressive in the 2-1 away win at Crystal Palace last Sunday, with him set to once more be a very important cog in the Arsenal machine.
Whilst the number 10's form has been indifferent in his previous two seasons in an Arsenal shirt, he picked up an assist at Selhurst Park and he has also created nine chances already this season, which sees him currently joint top in the league with teammate Santi Cazorla.
Ozil has always cut a disinterested figure on the pitch - which is just his running style - but some of his best work comes off the ball. To get the best idea of what he brings to this Arsenal squad, one really has to watch his off-the-ball movement - it really is something else.
The German will again take centre stage as Arsenal look to build momentum following last week's win, with the Gunners preparing for a huge game this week against Brendan Rodgers' men.