Mesut Ozil Makes Fenerbahce Transfer Official, Will Puma Sign Fenerbahce & Mesut Özil?
Jan 17, 2021, by Chris
BREAKING: Mesut Özil has just made his move to Turkey official, with a television interview and by changing his social media profile picture to fit Fenerbahce's colors.
In quite unexpected news, Mesut Özil's time with Arsenal, his time without a boot supplier and Fenerbahce's time with Adidas could all soon be history.
According to the Turkish news agency DHA, the former playmaker of the German national team is close to signing a three-and-a-half year contract to join Fenerbahce. Fenerbahce would have also already agreed a deal with Puma to sponsor their new kits and also started negotiations with Mesut Özil over a sponsorship. Let us find out how likely each part of the story is.
All three deals are possible, but only the Fener x Puma kit deal seems very likely
Mesut Özil To Join Fenerbahce - Likelihood 50%
Mesut Ozil's transfer to Fenerbahce has a possibility of around 50% currently (53% on Transfermarkt.de). In fact, Özil's manager contradicted that he already agreed a deal with Fenerbahce.
"We are only now starting to look at the options with all the numbers and details," said Erkut Sögüt at ESPN: "If we want to leave in January, I have to speak to Arsenal. In the next seven to ten days it will be a little clearer because now that the transfer window is open, things can go faster."
Fenerbahce Has Apparently Agreed Puma Kit Deal - Likelihood 90%
As revealed by TRT Sports Correspondent @yagosabuncuoglu, Fenerbahçe's new jersey sponsor was PUMA. The launch of the Puma Fenerbahce kits would be held in June. According to the journalist, the launch of the kits will take place with a grand and magnificent ceremony of Puma Global. Two large Turkish agencies started to work on this issue.
We think the likelihood for the Puma Fenerbahce rumor to be correct is around 90%.
Mesut Özil To Join Puma - Likelihood <40%
Özil had been without a boot contract since the end of last season (2019-20) after agreeing to terminate his contract with Adidas (Adidas did not want to extend it was also said...). However, a Puma Özil deal is anything but certain yet.
Özil had been without a boot contract since the end of the 2019-20 season
Mesut Özil logo
Özil's move to Fenerbahce is anything but sure yet, the Puma x Fenerbahçe kit deal is also not official yet, so we think the likelihood for a Puma x Özil contract is below 40% currently.
What do you think of a possible Mesut Özil x Puma deal and the related Puma Fenerbahce deal? Comment below.
No More Joma: Adidas CD Marchamalo 26-27 Home Kit Released
Spanish Tercera Federación outfit CD Marchamalo has officially unveiled its new home kit for the 2026-27 season. The release marks the beginning of the club's new two-year kit supply agreement with Adidas, delivered in partnership with retailer 11teamsports.
The Adidas CD Marchamalo 2026-27 home jersey features a vibrant green base paired with refined gold accents. The front of the shirt incorporates a distinctive graphic pattern made up of repeating circular and diamond elements, contrasted by darker green sleeves. Gold is applied across the crew-neck collar, the Adidas Three Stripes along the shoulders, and the performance logo on the chest.
Completing the bespoke look, the jersey displays both the municipal coat of arms and the club crest on the chest, positioned just above an eagle-crested 'Gallardos Marchamalo 1950' insignia. The primary shirt sponsor Hercesa is applied in gold below, while local government branding finishes off the back of the shirt.
Niki Volos 26-27 Third Kit Released
Greek Super League 2 club Niki Volos has officially unveiled its new third kit for the 2026-27 season, produced by returning technical partner Macron.
The Macron Niki Volos 26-27 third shirt introduces a clean and vibrant aesthetic dominated by a bright yellow base. Subtle tonal vertical stripes run throughout the front of the fabric, adding subtle depth and texture to the design. The jersey is detailed with royal blue accents, notably on the sleeve cuffs and the overlapping V-neck collar, which features two-tone blue and yellow striping.
A monochrome blue version of the club's traditional crest, depicting the Winged Victory alongside the founding year 1924, is placed on the left chest. It is paired with a matching blue Macron Hero on the opposite side, while blue player names, numbers, and sponsor applications finish off the back.
Qatar SC 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Italian sportswear brand Macron and Qatar Stars League side Qatar SC have officially unveiled the club's new home and away kits for the 26-27 season.
The Qatar SC 26-27 home jersey embraces the club's iconic visual identity, sporting traditional vertical stripes in black and yellow across the body and sleeves. The shirt features a striped crew neck collar and matching sleeve cuffs, along with a minimalist shield crest and yellow sponsor detailing across the chest.
For the away jersey, Macron delivers a sleek and clean aesthetic built around an off-white base. The look is framed by a stylish dark grey polo-style collar and matching cuff accents, with monochrome logos completing the kit. Alongside the outfield shirts, the release also introduced new goalkeeper jerseys in dynamic sky blue and maroon graphic designs.
Arsenal Expands Google Partnership to Include Gemini AI in £7m/Year Deal
Arsenal have renewed and expanded their commercial partnership with Google, securing Google Pixel as the club's Official Smartphone Partner while introducing Google Gemini as their Official Consumer AI Assistant Partner. According to sports business reports, the lucrative three-year contract is valued at around £7 million per season.
The agreement builds on the collaboration originally established in August 2023, which saw Google Pixel produce matchday digital content and exclusive behind-the-scenes access for supporters. The new phase will see Google Gemini integrated into the club's digital channels to provide AI-assisted fan experiences and matchday engagement across both the men's and women's teams, alongside continued Pixel camera activations.
Arsenal's renewal is part of a coordinated push by Google across elite European football. Over recent weeks, the tech company has rolled out similar multi-year partnerships incorporating both Pixel and Gemini with top clubs such as Liverpool, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, and Barcelona.
Monopoli 26-27 Centenary Kit Released
Italian Serie C club SS Monopoli 1966 and kit supplier Joma have officially unveiled a special centenary kit celebrating 100 years since the arrival of football in the city (1926-2026). Branded as the 'Special Kit 100 Audace', the shirt pays homage to the historic Audace Monopoli team and the roots of the local game.
Stepping away from the club's traditional green and white palette, the Joma Monopoli 2026-27 centenary jersey adopts a classic black-and-white striped design. The kit features a retro-inspired collar construction, a golden Joma logo on the chest, and an archival Monopoli crest. Subtle tonal jacquard graphics are woven directly into the fabric.
Completed with matching black shorts and socks, the commemorative Monopoli 26-27 centenary kit is available via the club's official webshop and local retail locations.
São Paulo Feminino 26-27 Third Kit Released - First-Ever Exclusive Women's Kit
São Paulo FC and New Balance have officially unveiled the new third kit for the club's women's team. Marking a historic milestone for the Tricolor Paulista, this release represents the first time the Brazilian club has designed a third shirt exclusively for São Paulo Feminino.
The New Balance São Paulo 26-27 women's third jersey arrives in an elegant lilac base inspired by the lotus flower, symbolizing strength, resilience, and the power to flourish in adverse conditions. The lower portion of the shirt is adorned with a delicate watermark pattern of blooming lotus petals that fades subtly into the fabric. In addition, the kit features a commemorative lotus icon on the upper back and the embroidered phrase "Somos Lótus, Somos Luta" on the shoulder.
Contrasting deep purple details highlight the V-neck collar, sleeve trims, and sponsor branding, while the club crest and New Balance logo are applied with a 3D TPU glazed finish. Built with moisture-wicking NB Dry fabric made from 100% recycled polyester, the kit is completed by dark purple shorts and socks.
Al-Jabalain 26-27 Home & Third Kits Released
Saudi Arabian side Al-Jabalain have unveiled their new home and third kits, made by Skillano and to be worn in the upcoming 26-27 Saudi First Division season.
The new designs bring interesting approaches to the traditional colorway: The home kit features a brown and white striped base with a diagonal graphic on the lower hips, while the third kit uses a complicated subtle pattern on a clean white look.
What do you think of the Skillano Al-Jabalain 26-27 home and third kits? Let us know in the comments below.