Real Madrid has successfully secured the services of Turkish player Arda Guler from Fenerbahçe in a deal worth €18 million, along with add-ons and a sell-on clause. Guler, often referred to as the ‘Turkish Messi,’ has signed a six-year contract with the renowned Madrid-based club.
Real Madrid officially announced the signing, highlighting Guler’s recent achievements. The 18-year-old talent played a pivotal role in Fenerbahçe’s Turkish Cup victory, earning the title of Man of the Match in the final. This successful campaign caught the attention of Real Madrid, prompting the club to bring Guler on board.
The announcement from Real Madrid states, “Arda Güler is now a Real Madrid player. Our club adds to its squad in the form of one of the hottest young prospects in world football. The 18-year-old has just been crowned a Turkish Cup champion with Fenerbahçe this season, as well as being voted man of the match in the final.”
Guler’s rise in prominence has been remarkable, and several top clubs were vying for his signature. Notably, arch-rivals Real Madrid and FC Barcelona engaged in a bidding war to secure the Turkish prodigy. Despite Barcelona initiating negotiations with the player’s representatives, Guler ultimately chose Real Madrid as his next destination.
Guler’s talent and potential have been widely recognized, and he has already achieved significant milestones in his young career. He made his debut for Fenerbahçe’s first team in August 2021, before even turning 17, in a Europa League qualifier. Throughout the 2021-2022 season, Guler made 16 appearances and scored three goals for his club, showcasing his abilities on the field.
Real Madrid’s acquisition of Arda Guler highlights the club’s commitment to nurturing and developing promising young talents. Guler’s arrival is expected to inject additional skill and potential into the squad, as Real Madrid continues to compete at the highest level both domestically and internationally.