Last update 22 March, 2023 by Alberto Llopis
A few hours ago we received the news that Mesut Özil retires from professional football. The German footballer of Turkish origin, who was active in the ranks of the Basaksehir, hang your boots on 34 years of age after 645 parties, 114 goals y 222 assists.
In addition to the above numbers, Ozil has in his palmares with 13 titles, among which stand out the Brazil World Cup 2014 and one Liga with the Real Madrid (2012). Precisely, The white club's was the only shirt he defended in Spanish football and became one of the teams where we saw one of his best versions.
After leaving the Santiago Bernabéu migrated to Arsenal, club in which he also left flashes of quality and offered his last matches at the highest level.
Özil retires, his farewell on social networks
Mesut Özil He has made his decision known through the following message on his social networks:
“I have had the privilege of being a professional soccer player for almost 17 years and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity. But in the last weeks and months, after having suffered some injuries, it has become increasingly clear that it is time to leave the great stage of football. It has been an incredible journey full of unforgettable moments and emotions.”.
“I want to thank my clubs: Schalke 04, Werder Bremen, Real Madrid, Arsenal FC, Fenerbahce, Basaksehir and the coaches who supported me, plus teammates who have become friends. A special thanks to my family members and my closest friends.. They have been a part of my journey from day one and have given me so much love and support., Through the good times and the bad.”
“Thank you to all my fans who have shown me so much love no matter the circumstances and no matter what club I was representing.. I now look forward to all that is in front of me with my beautiful wife, Amine, and my two beautiful daughters, Edda and Ella, but you can be sure that you will hear from me from time to time on my social media channels. Gracias”.
Now he will dedicate himself to his multiple business areas, since it is involved in sectors such as cryptocurrencies, the textile, the coffee, los eSports, etc.
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