ARDA GULER NEWS

How Real Madrid beat Barcelona to Arda Guler - and why fans had to wait for debut Six months on from his summer arrival from Fenerbahce, Real Madrid fans finally got to see him in action

JANUARY 9 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Returns on bench Guler (quadriceps) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Mallorca.

Impact Guler is back in the mix for Real Madrid, returning to the bench after a spell with a quadriceps issue. The midfielder has yet to touch the field this season, and he will hope to earn his first minutes on the field with his new club against Mallorca. Now that he is healthy, he should start to see some time, mainly off the bench, as the young player looks to develop into another Real legend.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Guler (quadriceps) was selected for Wednesday's clash with Mallorca.

Impact Guler is back in the preliminary squad ahead of Wednesday's clash with Mallorca. The midfielder is fit and available once more, after a long-term injury stymied his start to life in Madrid. It's not clear what sort of role he will have early on but he joined Madrid as a highly-touted prospect with plenty of potential to grow on.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Not named to squad Guler (quadriceps) was not included in the squad for Thursday's matchup with Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Guler was seemingly close to getting back on the pitch with a return to full training but the midfielder will be out of action until the new year. Once cleared to play, Guler should at least be in contention for a spot in the starting XI, though he will likely need to make some appearances off the bench first.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be option Sunday Guler (quadriceps) will not be an option for Sunday's match against Villarreal after being left out of the squad list.

Impact Guler will have to wait another match for his return, being left on the sidelines once again due to a quadriceps injury. The midfielder will hope to return at least by the end of the winter break, still having yet to debut this season due to constant injuries. He will most likely return to the bench once he is healthy again, and will hopefully get some minutes within his first couple of matches back.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return to full training Guler (quadriceps) is expected to resume full training next week, manager Carlo Ancelotti told Arancha Rodriguez of Cadena COPE on Friday. "Guler is close to being ready and will r...

Impact Injuries have marred Guler's campaign, and the promising playmaker has yet to make his competitive debut with Los Merengues. The match against Union Berlin might come too soon for him, but it wouldn't be shocking if he makes the squad to take on either Villarreal (Dec. 17) or Alaves (Dec. 21) before the end of the calendar year.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on grass Guler (quadriceps) was seen back on the grass Friday, but is not on the team sheet for Saturday's match versus Granada.

Impact Guler is only a few more weeks away from making his season debut for Real Madrid after missing the first three matches with several different injuries problems. It could be too soon for a return on Dec 9, but can either be an option for the final UCL group stage clash with Dec 16 against Union Berlin, or for the Dec 17 league match against Villarreal.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set back in return Guler (undisclosed) suffered a set back in his return and will not be an option for Saturday's match against Valencia, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti. "Unfortunately he picke...

Impact Guler is still waiting to make his team debut as he continues to struggle to regain fitness following his quadriceps injury. If all goes well, then the midfielder could be ready to return after the international break.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to make season debut Guler (quadriceps) is in the squad for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Guler has had to deal with several injuries since joining Real Madrid and has been working hard in his rehab process, but he's finally fit to make the squad and could see his first minutes with Los Merengues in this one, presumably coming off the bench.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Guler (quadriceps) is not in the squad to face Barcelona on Saturday.

Impact The young playmaker has been training hard in the gym as he looks to make his Real Madrid debut, but injuries have limited him massively, and he'll have to wait another week to play. His next chance to appear in a game will come against Rayo Vallecano on Nov. 5.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working in gym Guler (quadriceps) was pictured training in the gym alongside his teammates in the lead-up to Saturday's matchup with Barcelona.

Impact Guler seemed to be nearing a return from a knee problem when he suffered his quadriceps injury and has been trying to work his way back into the squad. Even if the midfielder does join the squad against Barcelona, he will be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not traveling Guler (quadriceps) isn't traveling for Tuesday's trip to Braga.

Impact Guler wasn't called up for the first Champions League match after the break. The midfielder did train during the break but with such a serious injury it's likely Guler won't be rushed back until he completes full team training sessions.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to play yet Guler (quadriceps) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Guler had been training during the break and logged a few full practices, but he's not ready to make his Real Madrid debut yet. His next chance to return to action will come next week, either in the UEFA Champions League against Braga next Tuesday or in El Clasico against FC Barcelona on Oct. 28.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training during break Guler (quadriceps) participated in Thursday's training session.

Impact Guler's quad injury is just the latest blow for the midfielder who previously was out with a knee issue. With his return to the training pitch, Guler could be in contention for a spot in the starting XI coming out of the international break against Sevilla on Oct. 21.

OCTOBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains quad injury Guler (knee) suffered a quadriceps injury in training and will be sidelined indefinitely, the team announced Tuesday.

Impact Guler looked close to returning from a knee injury but now appears to have suffered a new problem during his recovery. With the busy schedule ahead including a mid-week clash with Las Palmas on Wednesday and Champions League action against Napoli on Oct. 3, Guler could miss up to four matches before the October international break.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for training return Monday Guler (knee) is expected to be back training with the club Monday. Manager Carlo Ancelotti told reporters, "He is fine. He is recovering well. He is finishing his individual work a...

Impact Guler was reportedly given two options for his recovery, one of which would have required a five-month absence, but it seems he is close to getting back onto the pitch. Even with a Monday return to training, Guler will miss the club's next two contests including Wednesday's UCL clash with Union Berlin. Even once cleared to play, Guler is far from a lock for the starting XI given the club's depth.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for five months out Guler (knee) is set to undergo meniscus surgery and will miss five months, Marca reports.

Impact Guler is set for five months on the sideline following a knee surgery. The attacking midfielder was expected to be an important piece of the starting XI since signing for Madrid but failed to make it out of pre-season. With a long spell on the sideline Guler is left hoping he is able to return before the end of the 2023-24 season.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid midfielder Arda Guler set to undergo knee surgery Real Madrid midfielder Arda Guler is set to undergo surgery on his right knee injury soon. The decision has been taken in the last few hours...

AUGUST 10, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Real Madrid's Guler sidelined with knee injury Real Madrid attacking midfielder Arda Guler is set for a spell on the sidelines after sustaining a knee injury. Madrid confirmed the 18-year...

JULY 29, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Picks up knee injury Guler was diagnosed with a meniscus injury to his right knee and is set to miss some time indefinitely .

Impact Guler's La Liga debut is in jeopardy as he picked up a meniscus injury to his knee. He moved to the team from Fenerbahce earlier in the month to give more depth to midfield. Further tests are to be conducted to find out the timeline of his recovery.

JULY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Real Madrid Guler will make a move to Spain after agreeing to a six-year deal with Real Madrid from Fenerbahce.

Impact Guler caught the eye of Real Madrid after an impressive first two seasons with Fenerbahce in Turkey. He's scored seven goals in 32 appearances, including a goal and an assist during the Europa League last season. The Turkish is expected to remain a depth option behind a talented midfielding squad at Real Madrid.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arda Guler chooses to join Real Madrid ahead of Barcelona Arda Guler has chosen to join Real Madrid this summer. The 18-year-old attacking midfielder had received strong interest from Barcelona, as...

JULY 4, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM