After a stellar performance in EURO 2024, it was expected that former Fenerbahçe star Arda Güler would become a key part of Real Madrid’s starting XI, especially following Jude Bellingham’s injury. However, things didn’t turn out that way. Los Blancos’ coach, Carlo Ancelotti, benched the 19-year-old in the last two matches, and Arda didn’t even play a minute in the most recent game against Real Betis. In the Spanish media, some striking information about Arda Güler, who was seen looking downcast in the last match, has come to light. Here is the latest update on Arda Güler.
HE ENTERED THE NEW SEASON WITH HOPE
In the first match of the new La Liga season, Real Madrid faced Mallorca, with Arda Güler coming on in the 88th minute. After Bellingham’s injury, it was expected that Arda would be integrated into the starting XI from the second week onward.
STARTED IN THE VALLADOLID GAME
Carlo Ancelotti did start Arda Güler in the second-week match against Real Valladolid. However, after missing 3-4 clear chances, the young star was dropped. According to the Spanish outlet Diario AS, it has been reported that Arda Güler is unhappy at Real Madrid and has entered the international break feeling low.
“ENTERED THE INTERNATIONAL BREAK UNEASY”
The report included the following statements: “Arda Güler entered the international break uneasy. Likewise, a large part of Real Madrid fans are left wondering about his situation. Ancelotti had said, ‘Next season will be very important for him.’ It was a phrase that was widely discussed over the summer and bore fruit against Valladolid.”
“OF NO BENEFIT”
Arda started in the match against Real Valladolid, ahead of Modric and Ceballos in the starting XI. It was his moment… but not his afternoon. Since then, he has been in the shadows. He was on the bench against Las Palmas but came on in the second half to add dynamism to the game. However, he was of no benefit, not even close.
“DISCONTENT”
He didn’t play a single minute against Betis. The player entered the international break feeling discontent. When referee Alberola Rojas blew the final whistle on Sunday, Arda headed towards the tunnel leading to the dressing rooms, his head down, feeling subdued.
“DID NOT JOIN THE CELEBRATIONS”
While his teammates were beginning the post-match celebrations on the field, Arda was on the sidelines. It was supposed to be a night of redemption after a start filled with doubts. Nevertheless, he didn’t join in the short-lived celebrations.
