According to a report, Mesut Özil is considering a move to the North American MLS. The information via the “ESPN” (via Transfermarkt.us) first reported, receives particular dynamism from the fact that a discussed transfer of the midfielder, who had been eliminated at Arsenal FC, to Turkey to Fenerbahce has lost its probability in the public discussion. The 32-year-old former German international has not played for his London club since March 7th and can negotiate a summer change from January 1st, 2021.
Classic “tens” have dominated the MLS Cup Playoffs this season, which has created an interesting market for a player of Özil’s caliber. “ESPN” names DC United, Los Angeles Galaxy and David Beckham’s Inter Miami CF as possible targets for the offensive player. Inter Miami in particular would like to bring more star power to the squad. Rodolfo Pizarro occupies Özil’s position in the new league, who ad hoc became the second most valuable team in the MLS. DC United is another serious candidate. With Yamil Asad, Edison Flores and Yordy Reyna, the club has tried this position with mixed success. The capital city club also has an open squad place for another designated player.
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To the preliminary report Without a doubt, LA Galaxy will also be another serious contender. Once the largest club in the MLS, the Galaxy have had their problems for several years. This season, the team around striker Chicharito did not make it into the playoffs, especially because the gap left by superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic could not be filled. Özil could undoubtedly help make the game more creative, but Galaxy also want to keep Cristian Pavón and will have to make significant investments if they want to keep the Argentine. Like Inter Miami, the LA Galaxy will not have an open designated player slot should Pavón return.
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As the MLS experiences a playmaker renaissance, there will be a few other interested clubs too. The Vancouver Whitecaps were linked to high-profile, possible candidates as designated players. But whether the Caps can afford Özil’s salary and whether the German wants to join a club that has problems at the end of the MLS table is another question.
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