Mesut Ozil is ready switch focus back to contract talks with Arsenal once the international break is over, with the Germany star revealing negotiations had already begun.
The 27-year-old still has two years to run on his current deal, but is expected to be handed a significant pay increase to extend his stay at Emirates Stadium.
Ozil, who also spoke of his wish to assume the No.10 role with the Gunners, told German newspaper Express: "I have a contract until 2018. We have had discussions, but they were suspended for the European Championship.
"I wanted to focus at this time only on the national team. Now we look to continue the negotiations."
The World Cup winner has admitted that a return to Germany or a future move to MLs does hold appeal, however.
"In football, you can never say never. You don't know what will happen. I had a good time in Germany. That was a lot of fun.
"Eventually [moving to America] could be an option. I have fun everywhere. My fans know that I like to spend my vacation in Los Angeles, because the city inspires me."
Ozil scored as Arsenal secured their first win of the Premier League season at Watford last weekend. He is part of Joachim Low's squad for Germany's World Cup qualifier against Norway on Sunday.
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