Mesut Özil

Professional Career

Mesut Özil's professional career spanned over a decade, with notable stints at Werder Bremen, Real Madrid, Arsenal, and Turkish clubs.

Schalke 04

2006-2008

Özil made his senior debut for Schalke 04 and played 30 games before moving to Werder Bremen.

Werder Bremen

2008-2010

Özil played 71 games for Werder Bremen, scoring 13 goals and helping the team win the 2009 German Cup.

Real Madrid

2010-2013

Özil joined Real Madrid for €15 million and played over 100 games, scoring 19 goals and helping the team win the 2011-12 La Liga title.

Arsenal

2013-2021

Özil signed for Arsenal in a record transfer deal and played 254 games, scoring 44 goals and helping the team win four FA Cups.

Fenerbahçe

2021-2022

Özil joined Fenerbahçe on a free transfer but had his contract terminated in 2022.

İstanbul Başakşehir

2022-2023

Özil signed with İstanbul Başakşehir before retiring in 2023.