Mesut Özil is a retired professional footballer from Germany, known for his exceptional playmaking skills. Born on October 15, 1988, in Gelsenkirchen, he began his career at Schalke 04 before moving to Werder Bremen. Özil gained international fame while playing for Real Madrid, where he won several titles, including the La Liga championship. Özil was also a key player for the German national team, contributing to their victory in the 2014 FIFA World Cup. He later played for Arsenal in the English Premier League, where he became known for his vision and creativity on the field.