Mesut Ozil racism row: Recep Tayyip Erdogan says 'racist attitude' not acceptable

Turkey president Recep Tayyip Erdogan has given his support to Mesut Ozil and says the “racist attitude” shown towards the player is not acceptable.

The 29-year-old Arsenal midfielder was criticised after being photographed with Erdogan at a London event in May.

Ozil quit the Germany national team, saying he has faced “racism and disrespect” over his Turkish roots.