Werder Bremen midfielder Mesut Ozil has revealed he would love to play for Barcelona one day.
Germany star hopes for Catalans chance in the future
Werder Bremen midfielder Mesut Ozil has revealed he would love to play for Barcelona one day.
The 20-year-old Germany international has attracted attention from Bayern Munich, as well as Manchester United and Manchester City, but a move to Spain is thought to be his preferred option.
Bremen's negotiations with Ozil over a new five-year deal with the club have broken down, although the player also said that he still has a lot to learn at the Weserstadion.
"I have been a fan of Barcelona ever since I was a little boy," he told German newspaper
Bild.
"I can't describe what it is, but the team just fascinates me. They have always had world-class players such as Rivaldo and (Luis) Figo in their team.
"Nevertheless, Barcelona are not an option for me at the moment. Wearing the Barca jersey is a dream, but I still have a lot to learn and I have to work hard before I'm ready for it.
"Bayern Munich is not an option for me. I don't even think about something like that at the moment.
"I'm really happy at Werder Bremen and still have plenty of things to achieve here."
Bremen sporting director Klaus Allofs said: "We want to keep a player like Mesut.
"The past has shown that we do not always hold on to players but we hope it will be different."
