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Mesut Ozil! Here are some recent news updates about the German midfielder:
Latest News:
- Arsenal's decision to release Ozil: In February 2021, Arsenal announced that they would not be offering Ozil a new contract, which would have expired in June 2021. The club cited financial reasons, citing the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on their finances.
- Fenerbahçe transfer: On January 24, 2021, Ozil signed a three-and-a-half-year contract with Turkish club Fenerbahçe, reportedly worth £3.5 million per year. He made his debut for the club on February 6, 2021.
- Arsenal's regret over Ozil's departure: In an interview with The Athletic, Arsenal's technical director Edu Gaspar expressed regret over Ozil's departure, stating that the club had not been able to find a suitable replacement for the midfielder.
Recent Quotes:
- "I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to play for Arsenal and to have been a part of this great club. I'll always be grateful for the memories and the experiences I had here." - Mesut Ozil, upon leaving Arsenal (Source: BBC Sport)
- "We tried to find a solution, but unfortunately, we couldn't. We have to make decisions based on the financial situation of the club." - Edu Gaspar, Arsenal's technical director, on Ozil's departure (Source: The Athletic)
Career Highlights:
- Ozil joined Arsenal in 2013 and played for the club for seven seasons, scoring 33 goals and providing 77 assists in 254 appearances.
- He won the FA Cup with Arsenal in 2014 and 2015, and was named the club's Player of the Season in 2015-16.
- Ozil has also played for Real Madrid, Werder Bremen, and Fenerbahçe, and has earned 92 caps for the German national team, scoring 33 goals.
I hope this update helps!