At Real Madrid, Özil quickly established himself as a world-class midfielder. Over three seasons, he made 159 appearances and scored 27 goals, becoming known for his vision, creativity, and assists. Despite his performance, the arrivals of Isco and Gareth Bale led to decreased playing time. As a result, he transferred to Arsenal on September 2, 2013, in a record-breaking deal worth £42.5 million.
As a central midfielder for Arsenal, Özil not only became one of the Premier League’s standout playmakers but also one of its highest earners, with a reported salary of £7.28 million per year. In 2013, he signed a sponsorship deal with the German sportswear manufacturer Adidas, further boosting his global profile. He also launched his personal logo, underscoring his marketability as a global sports figure.
In 2013, Özil began dating German pop singer Mandy Capristo. The couple briefly separated in 2014 amid media speculation but reappeared together at the Bambi Awards in November 2015, suggesting a reconciliation. Özil is a practicing Muslim and maintains his religious practices, including reading the Quran whenever his schedule permits.
Mesut Özil has built a massive following on social media. As of recent estimates, he ranks among the most-followed athletes globally, trailing only major sports icons such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, David Beckham, Neymar, Kaká, and Ronaldinho. He boasts approximately 28 million followers on Facebook and 14.2 million on Twitter, reflecting his widespread popularity beyond the football world.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 15 Oct, 1988 |
| Age: | 31 yrs |
| Occupations: | Association football player |
| Citizenship: | Germany Turkey |
| Birth Place: | Gelsenkirchen |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | German association football player |
| Spouse: | Amine Gülşe [M. 2019] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 120 million |
