Europe Ozil Announces Retirement From Football After 17 Successful Years

After a trophy-laden 17-year career, Mesut Ozil has announced his retirement.

At the age of 34, the former Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Germany great has decided to hang up his boots.

Ozil won four FA Cups with Arsenal and a LaLiga title with Real Madrid, as well as Germany’s historic World Cup victory in 2014.

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In an emotional Instagram post, he said:

“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.

“It has been an amazing journey filled with 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 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 you will hear from me from time to time on my social media channels.


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