Mesut Özil Steps Down from Germany Duty Citing Racism and Disrespect
Mesut Özil retires from international football after facing racism and disrespect following his meeting with Turkish president Erdoğan. Read the full story and analysis.
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Mesut Özil retires from international football after facing racism and disrespect following his meeting with Turkish president Erdoğan. Read the full story and analysis.
Italian icon Gianluigi Buffon signs a one-year deal with Paris Saint-Germain after 17 years at Juventus, aiming for Champions League glory and bringing veteran leadership to Ligue 1.
Belgian midfielder Radja Nainggolan joins Inter Milan from AS Roma in a €38 million deal on a four-year contract, reuniting with coach Luciano Spalletti.
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