BREAKING NEWS: Mesut Özil Names the One Arsenal Star He Wishes He Could Have Played With.
In a surprising revelation that’s set Arsenal fans buzzing, former midfield maestro Mesut Özil has named the one current Gunners player he would have loved to share the pitch with — and it’s not Declan Rice or Bukayo Saka.
Speaking candidly during a recent interview, Özil reflected on his time at Arsenal, where he played alongside talents like Aaron Ramsey and Alexis Sanchez. Yet, he admitted that despite their brilliance, there’s something truly unique about the new generation.
“I’ve played with Ramsey and Sanchez in the past, but honestly, none of them have the special qualities this player has,” Özil said. “If I were to return as a footballer in my next life, I’d want him as my teammate.”
The player he was referring to? Martin Ødegaard.
Özil praised Ødegaard’s vision, technique, and leadership, emphasizing how the Norwegian has transformed Arsenal’s midfield with a blend of creativity and maturity rarely seen at such a young age.
“I see a lot of myself in Ødegaard,” Özil added. “His ability to read the game, his calmness under pressure, and how he brings his teammates into play — it’s special. Arsenal is lucky to have him.”
Given Özil’s own reputation as one of the best playmakers of his era, his admiration for Ødegaard speaks volumes. Arsenal fans can only dream of what a partnership between the two visionaries might have looked like — endless creativity, mesmerizing passes, and a midfield dominance that could have been unstoppable.
For now, Ødegaard carries the torch, leading Arsenal’s new generation as they chase Premier League and European glory.
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