2014 World Champion Mesut Ozil, a member of the German national team, announced the end of his football career through a post on social networks.

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Mesut Ozil announced the end of his football career

Ozil, 34, last played for Istanbul Basaksehir but injuries forced him to hang up his boots midway through the season.

Born in Germany to a family of Turkish descent, Mesut also played for Real Madrid (winning La Liga, one Spanish Cup and one Super Cup), Arsenal (4 FA Cups), Schalke 04, Werder Bremen ” and “Fenerbahce”. .

Ozil played 92 matches for the German national team, scored 23 goals and provided 40 assists. He was a regular in the 2014 World Cup final (overtime win over Argentina).

According to Transfermarkt, Mesut Ozil had the highest market share in September 2013: €50 million.

“After careful consideration, I am announcing my immediate retirement from professional football. I have had the privilege of being a professional soccer player for almost 17 years and I am extremely grateful for this opportunity. However, in recent weeks and months it has become more and more obvious to me that I should retire, given that I have also had injuries.

It was an extraordinary trip filled with unforgettable moments and emotions. I want to thank the clubs I played for, Schalke, Werder Bremen, Real Madrid, Arsenal, Fenerbahce and Basaksehir, the coaches who supported me and my colleagues who became my friends.

Special thanks to my family members and close friends. They have been a part of my journey since day one and have shown me so much support and love through good times and bad.

I thank all the fans who loved me regardless of the circumstances and regardless of the club I played for.

Now I wait to see what happens next with my beautiful wife Amina and my two wonderful daughters Eda and Ela. Be sure to hear me from time to time on social networks” – Mesut Ozil.

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Posted by Mesut Ozil (@m10_official)