Former Real Madrid star Mesut Ozil has weighed in on Barcelona’s prospective move for Arda Guler.
La Blaugrana have been working on a deal to sign the rising Turkish star ahead of the 2023/24 season after edging ahead of Los Blancos in the race for his services.
As per the latest reports, Deco has flown to Istanbul to complete the details of a deal with Fenerbahce to activate his 17.5m release clause.
Barcelona remain confident of getting a deal wrapped up in the coming days despite the lingering interest of Madrid and other European sides.
However, Guler’s former Fenerbahce teammate Ozil has advised him against making such a big move at this stage of his career, as he continues to develop in Turkey.
Reports from Mundo Deportivo claim Ozil called the young midfielder to persuade him to stay in Turkey for one more year and then assess his options.
Guler is expected the final call on moving to Spain with a decision set for July 4.
Reocknruyz
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Barcelona fans give ozil red card.
toyadinpyz
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Because you are crazy
hihbcryz
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A good advice from king mesut✅
Hritangshu93
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I don't think Ozil is completely wrong....I mean he just wants Arda to get regular game time and develop properly for one more year....but at the same time... Barcelona are in a difficult financial situation....so this is one in a million chance for them....get him as soon as possible and then you can send him on loan like Nico Gonzalez ...
KingEric
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He's telling him to reject Barcelona and join Real Madrid. Hala Madrid
GodFather88
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Just listen to Ozil advice.. and nothing will go wrong for you..