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Kiungo huyo wa zamani wa Real Madrid, Arsenal na timu ya taifa ya Ujerumani amechukua uamuzi huo akiwa na umri wa miaka 34, timu yake ya mwisho kuitumikia ikiwa ni Istanbul Basaksehir ya Uturuki.
Timu nyingine ambazo amewahi kuzichezea ni Schalke 04, Werder Bremen na Fenerbahce.
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Mesut Ozil retires mid-way through the football season, aged 34, as he admits 'it's time to leave the big stage' after struggles in Turkey after Arsenal contract was terminated - and political rows over the Uighurs
Mesut Ozil has confirmed he has retired from football at the age of 34 with immediate effect.
The former Arsenal midfielder and Germany international had been playing for Turkish top flight side Istanbul Basaksehir since joining in the summer but has only made eight appearances for the club following injury problems.
Back issues have largely caused the the playmaker to feature in only 187 minutes of football this term having moved from Fenerbahce following 18 months at the club.
Ozil revealed the news on Instagram in a statement reading: 'Hello everyone, After thoughtful consideration, l'm announcing my immediate retirement from professional football.
'I've had the privilege to be a professional football player for almost 17 years now and I feel incredibly thankful for the opportunity.
'But in recent weeks and months, having also suffered some injuries, it's become more and more clear that it's time to leave the big stage of football.'
Ozil left the Gunners in January 2021 having been frozen out by current boss Mikel Arteta, but in a statement he showed no ill feeling towards his former club where he won four FA Cups after signing for £42.5million from Real Madrid to much fanfare in 2013.
It has been an amazing journey filled with unforgettable moments and emotions,' he added.
'I want to thank my clubs - Schalke, Werder Bremen, Real Madrid, Arsenal, Fenerbahce, Basaksehir and the coaches who supported me, plus team-mates who have become friends.
'Special thanks must go 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 which club I was representing.
'Now I'm looking forward to everything that is in front of me with my beautiful wife, Amine, and my two beautiful daughters, Eda and Ela - but you can be sure that vou will hear from me from time to time on my social media channels.
'See you soon, Mesut!'
Although Ozil's career fizzled out in Turkey owning to his fitness related issues, the midfielder was once seen as one of the best creative players in the world.
Shortly after his high profile move to Arsenal from Real Madrid he played a crucial role in helping Germany win their fourth World Cup during the tournament held in Brazil, where he featured prominently including in the famous 7-1 win over the host nation in the semi-final as well as the final itself against Argentina.
Source: DailyMail
Timu nyingine ambazo amewahi kuzichezea ni Schalke 04, Werder Bremen na Fenerbahce.
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Mesut Ozil retires mid-way through the football season, aged 34, as he admits 'it's time to leave the big stage' after struggles in Turkey after Arsenal contract was terminated - and political rows over the Uighurs
Mesut Ozil has confirmed he has retired from football at the age of 34 with immediate effect.
The former Arsenal midfielder and Germany international had been playing for Turkish top flight side Istanbul Basaksehir since joining in the summer but has only made eight appearances for the club following injury problems.
Back issues have largely caused the the playmaker to feature in only 187 minutes of football this term having moved from Fenerbahce following 18 months at the club.
Ozil revealed the news on Instagram in a statement reading: 'Hello everyone, After thoughtful consideration, l'm announcing my immediate retirement from professional football.
'I've had the privilege to be a professional football player for almost 17 years now and I feel incredibly thankful for the opportunity.
'But in recent weeks and months, having also suffered some injuries, it's become more and more clear that it's time to leave the big stage of football.'
Ozil left the Gunners in January 2021 having been frozen out by current boss Mikel Arteta, but in a statement he showed no ill feeling towards his former club where he won four FA Cups after signing for £42.5million from Real Madrid to much fanfare in 2013.
It has been an amazing journey filled with unforgettable moments and emotions,' he added.
'I want to thank my clubs - Schalke, Werder Bremen, Real Madrid, Arsenal, Fenerbahce, Basaksehir and the coaches who supported me, plus team-mates who have become friends.
'Special thanks must go 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 which club I was representing.
'Now I'm looking forward to everything that is in front of me with my beautiful wife, Amine, and my two beautiful daughters, Eda and Ela - but you can be sure that vou will hear from me from time to time on my social media channels.
'See you soon, Mesut!'
Although Ozil's career fizzled out in Turkey owning to his fitness related issues, the midfielder was once seen as one of the best creative players in the world.
Shortly after his high profile move to Arsenal from Real Madrid he played a crucial role in helping Germany win their fourth World Cup during the tournament held in Brazil, where he featured prominently including in the famous 7-1 win over the host nation in the semi-final as well as the final itself against Argentina.
Source: DailyMail
