Real Madrid’s New Gem: Arda Güler, the Turkish Sensation
Güler emerged as one of the most highly sought-after talents in the sport, and after much speculation, Real Madrid emerged victorious in the race to secure his signature. The young player signed a six-year contract with the prestigious club, and during his official unveiling, he appeared alongside his emotional family. Güler couldn’t contain his excitement, leaping to the lectern next to club president Florentino Pérez before his speech concluded.
Expressing his gratitude, Güler thanked his family, those who supported him, and the club, while also expressing his aspiration to become a legend at Real Madrid. With his low center of gravity, close ball control, and ability to dribble in tight spaces, Güler has drawn comparisons to the Argentine great Lionel Messi, earning the nickname “Turkish Messi” from fans.
The young talent had a breakout season with Fenerbahçe, making his first-team debut at the age of 16 in 2021. Over the 2022/23 season, he scored six goals in 35 appearances and played a key role in Fenerbahçe’s Turkish Cup victory, where he was named Man of the Match. Güler’s remarkable performance included creating 40 goalscoring chances, averaging one every 23 minutes, which is the best recorded average in a Süper Lig season since 2014/15, according to Opta.
Güler bid an emotional farewell to Fenerbahçe on Twitter, expressing his gratitude for the best days of his life at the club and his desire to make his supporters proud. He also thanked Fenerbahçe for providing him the opportunity to play for the national team and fulfill his dreams.
Having made his debut for the Turkish national team at the age of 17, Güler has earned four caps and scored his first international goal in his last game against Wales during a European Championship qualifier. His goal made him the youngest player in Turkish history to score for the national team, achieving this milestone at just 18 years and 114 days old.
Now, Güler will compete for a place in Real Madrid’s starting lineup alongside a talented squad that includes players like Vinícius Jr., Rodrygo, Jude Bellingham, Toni Kroos, Luka Modrić, Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde, and Aurélien Tchouaméni. The arrival of Güler has generated excitement within the team, with Real star Vinícius Jr. taking to Twitter to express his enthusiasm, stating, “Yet another who chooses the greatest.”
