Retired Arsenal ace Mesut Ozil lined up to be ‘Turkey’s new general manager’
Former Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil is reportedly being considered for the position of Turkey's new general manager.
After retiring from professional football earlier this year, Ozil is now being linked to a role in the national team's set-up. The Turkish Football Federation is said to be planning a reshuffle, which includes the potential sacking of current boss Stefan Kuntz and general manager Hamit Altintop, reports the Express.
Ozil, who enjoyed a successful career with Arsenal, Real Madrid and Germany, could be working alongside his former national team boss, Joachim Low. The 34-year-old, known for his creativity and playmaking abilities, spent eight seasons at Arsenal, where he quickly became a fan favourite.
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Although his time at the club ended on a less successful note under Mikel Arteta, he remains highly regarded by supporters. The decision to consider Ozil for the role is influenced by his previous working relationship with Low during their time with the German national team.
Ozil played a crucial role in Germany's World Cup triumph in 2014 and is now being given the opportunity to collaborate with Low once again, this time in Turkey, Born in Gelsenkirchen to Turkish immigrants, Ozil has a strong connection with the country.
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In 2018, he caused controversy when he was photographed alongside Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan, along with fellow footballer Ilkay Gundogan. The fallout from this picture led Ozil to retire from international football due to what he perceived as "racism and disrespect."
"I will no longer be playing for Germany at international level whilst I have this feeling of racism and disrespect," read part of a statement he released. "I used to wear the German shirt with such pride and excitement but now I don't."
In 2019, Erdogan – who has been described a modern-day dictator – was the best man at Ozil's wedding in Istanbul. The attacking midfielder's final playing stint came with İstanbul Başakşehir.
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