Statements by Burak Yilmaz regarding Fenerbahce-Mesut Özil’s new signing triggered a heated discussion on the internet. First of all, the 63-time Turkish national player spoke on Friday evening in a live video with the sports newspaper “Fanatik” about Ligue 1 and Super League: “Of course it’s a more athletic league here. Both leagues have their peculiarities. It’s a little harder here. There are some differences between the two leagues, but the Turkish league shouldn’t be underestimated. “
Yilmaz doesn’t want to talk about Özil
When he was asked about the transfer of Mesut Özil later, the words of the 35-year-old should cause a lot of excitement in the next few hours on social networks: “I wish Mesut Özil every success, but I prefer to talk about my teammates who fought with me in the Milli Takim jersey. Should there be any answer to these questions, it would be more correct. Put them. I am happy to answer these. ” This brief statement sparked a fiery debate on the Internet. Under the hashtags #Alman #Kral #BurakYilmaz and # MesutÖzil there were thousands of comments from Turkish football fans.
Pro and contra arguments, praise and scorn come thick and fast
While some shared Yilmaz’s opinion and demanded that the attention and attention that Özil received should be given to players like Nuri Sahin or Hakan Balta, who were also born in Germany but chose the national team of Turkey, others defended Özils then decision to play for the DFB. In addition, it was pointed out how committed Özil is in charitable projects and regularly donates to those in need. Yilmaz and his “Turkish” friends were told how the team had a premium crisis at EURO 2016 and where the “national pride” was to play for Turkey. Discussions are still trending on Twitter. Still others praised Yilmaz, who moved abroad at the age of 35 and successfully represented Turkey there, while Özil came to Turkey at the age of 32 to end his career and may have a completely different motivation.
Burak Yılmaz, who participated in the Instagram live broadcast of Fanatik Newspaper: I wish Mesut Özil success, but if there are any questions about the players who fought and fought with me under the A National Team uniform, it would be more correct to answer them.# burakyılmaz pic.twitter.com/Euj0MzIV6K
– Guest Team (@KKukEkip) January 22, 2021
Unforgettable moments of the goal getter
In the rest of the interview, Yilmaz said that he could not forget his away goal against FC Schalke 04 and his free kick against DG Sivasspor and that he fondly remembers those moments. I hit him hardest back then when Besiktas gave it to Manisaspor: “I was 21 and found out about it on the TV news subtitles. That was the shock of my life. Also my change from Galatasaray to China was a mixed feeling. It was always interpreted as if it had come about at my urging. “
Yilmaz comes out as a Ronaldo fan
Yilmaz also had a clear view of the eternal issue of who is the better, Cristinao Ronaldo or Lionel Messi: “I am a Cristiano Ronaldo supporter. For me he’s the greatest player in history. Players like Messi and Ronaldo have extended the age of the pros. At 35-36 they’re still at the same level. That should serve as a model for everyone. Dorukhan (Toköz), Abdülkadir Ömür are meanwhile Messi supporters! ”
Yilmaz wants to see Hulk at Besiktas
In conclusion, Yilmaz said again about his ex-club Besiktas and his former teammate Hulk, who is associated with the leaders of the Süper Lig: “My separation at the beginning of the season was perhaps necessary for both sides. I always paid my contractual income back on the pitch. But when it became the constant issue, such a step was definitely necessary. But as I see it was good for both sides. I follow and enjoy the Besiktas games. Even when I’m far away, I support the team. We expected such a development from Larin anyway. Besiktas is the favorite for the championship. I want to become a master here too, but we don’t want to put ourselves under pressure. PSG are a strong team, but we’re in the title race. What can I say about the Hulk? He’s a good player who has proven himself. I hope he goes to Besiktas. There is a great atmosphere in the team. Hopefully he can blend in well and help the team. I played with him in China. He’s a very special player. “
MORE ON THE SUBJECT
Burak Yilmaz Lille Player of the Month for December
–
