Former Swedish national team player Jimmy Durmaz has joined division 6 club Östertälje FC, marking an unexpected return after recently announcing his retirement. Durmaz, 36, said he accepted the offer to stay active and avoid becoming lazy and fat, emphasizing that the move is about enjoying football and playing with close relatives. Several of his cousins are already in the team, and family members are involved in the club's leadership, including an uncle who is a playing coach.
Durmaz aims to help Östertälje FC advance in the league system, though he will assess his physical condition after this season. He noted this is the first time he has paid to play football, contrasting with his previous professional career. Durmaz played 49 matches for Sweden.
I accepted the offer to stay active and avoid becoming lazy and fat
The move is about enjoying football and playing with close relatives
This is the first time I have paid to play football