Mesut Özil Reveals the Premier League Star He Wished He Played With
Renowned for his vision and playmaking abilities, Mesut Özil has enjoyed an illustrious career alongside top footballers like Cristiano Ronaldo, Aaron Ramsey, and Alexis Sánchez. However, Özil recently shared a surprising revelation about a Premier League player he deeply admires but never had the chance to play alongside.
“I’ve played with Ramsey and Sánchez, but honestly, none of them have the qualities this player has,” Özil said. “If I had the chance to come back as a footballer in another life, I’d want him as my teammate.”
Though he didn’t name the player in this statement, his words reflect his deep appreciation for exceptional talent in the game. Throughout his career, Özil has frequently spoken about the players he looked up to, mentioning legends like Zinedine Zidane, Dennis Bergkamp, and Robert Pires as his footballing idols. He’s also voiced his admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo, a former teammate, showing how much he values vision, creativity, and influence on the pitch.
Özil’s comments offer fans insight into the standards he holds for greatness and highlight the mutual respect that binds top footballers across generations and clubs.
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