2014 World Cup champion could take charge of Turkish football
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
The legendary former midfielder of Real Madrid, Arsenal, and the German national team, Mesut Özil, may soon step into a top executive role.
Details: According to Halk TV, former footballer Mesut Özil is being considered as one of the leading candidates for the position of president of the Turkish Football Federation.
Reports suggest that the 37-year-old Özil has garnered significant backing. Since hanging up his boots, Mesut has settled in Turkey, maintaining close ties with the local football community and political elite—making him a powerful contender in the behind-the-scenes battle for the helm of Turkish football.
If appointed, Özil will face the challenging task of reforming the league and restoring the reputation of Turkish football after a string of refereeing and organizational scandals in recent years.
Reminder: José Mourinho sees no future for the Real Madrid star.
