Mesut Özil is a German football player. He plays for his National team and English premier league club Arsenal. He is renowned for his creativity and technical skills. He is a versatile attacking midfielder who has received praise for his agility and finesse. He started his career at hometown club Schalke 04 as a wide midfielder. His performance made Spanish giant Real Madrid signing him. He joined Real Madrid in 2010. He helped Real Madrid win a La Liga title. He was ranked first in league assists for three straight seasons. Then, he made a move to England. He joined the English premier league club Arsenal. This transfer made him the most expensive German player of all time. He won the German player of the year awards five times. He was the top assist provider at UEFA Euro 2012 and 2010 FIFA World Cup. He helped Germany in winning the 2014 World Cup. He retired in 2018 from international competition.
Ozil’s Arsenal contract expired this summer. He is now free to negotiate with any clubs. Ozil’s agent talked about his transfer. He may join other clubs. Some clubs are interested in signing him.
- DC United: Ozil received an offer from DC United. According to media DC United has offered an attractive package to Mesut Ozil. He may leave Arsenal and join DC United.
- Fenerbahce: A move to the Turkish Super Lig may also happen in this winter transfer as Ozil came from a Turkish family. Ozil has a close relationship with the Turkish president. He may agree to a three and a half year deal with Fenerbahce.
- Schalke: Schalke 04 was the first club of Ozil’s career. It is his hometown club. So, he has a great attraction to Schalke. It is not impossible that he leaves Arsenal and joins his hometown club Schalke 04 this January transfer.