Mesut Ozil: 27 things you need to know about the Arsenal midfielder on his birthday
The German celebrates turning 27 today
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Your support makes all the difference.Mesut Ozil is today celebrating his birthday with the World Cup winning Germany international turning 27.
Arsenal have moved quickly to ensure no Yaya Toure style upsets by wishing him the best on Twitter.
We also decided to mark the occasion by delivering 27 things you need to know about the Arsenal midfielder.
What were his first words after he joined the Gunners? What tattoos does he have? Why are his team-mates not allowed to talk to him before matches?
We provide the answer to these questions and many more. Check out our 27 things you need to know about Mesut Ozil in our guide below...
Ozil has enjoyed an impressive start to the season with Arsenal, racking up four assists already this term. They've helped the Gunners move up to fourth in the Premier League, just two points behind Manchester City. In their most recent match, the 3-0 win over Manchester United, Ozil was sensational throughout.
Following the international break, Arsenal's season resumes with an away match against Watford.
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