Both Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe have seen Turkish Arda Güler as a threat to their stardom and attempts, last summer and the summer before getting him sold.
Real Madrid could reach a record amount in the club’s history if they let their star go and Xabi Alonso, who is now in the manager’s chair at Old Trafford, is the one who can make it happen.
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Arda Güler to Chelsea
Arda Güler has become the most exciting name in Chelsea’s new project. Xabi Alonso wants to bring in someone he knows well from his time as manager of Real Madrid. But the Madrid players are clear: The Turk is a key player and not for sale.
Güler could be an important piece in Alonso’s playing system. He’s not just chasing talent – he wants a creative midfielder who can orchestrate attacks and speed up transitions.
Arda Güler is the priority for Chelsea this summer.
Chelsea are willing to listen to Xabi Alonso’s wishes from day one. The London club wants to build a stable project and understands that they need very special players. In that plan, Arda Güler appears – a technical, imaginative left-footer who can turn games on their heads. He fits perfectly into the role of creative attacking midfielder the coach is looking for.
Xabi Alonso had Güler under his wing at Real Madrid and was convinced of his potential. He sees in him the ability to create history, if he is given continuity and important tasks.
Chelsea are preparing a very high bid. In England, there is talk of a transfer fee that could approach £100 million.
Real Madrid are not considering selling Arda Güler
The problem for Chelsea is that Real Madrid have no intention of opening the door at all. At the Santiago Bernabéu, they see Arda Güler as a strategic asset. The player has a contract until 2029 and is thriving in the Spanish capital. His priority now is to establish himself in the shirt and not interfere with development.
Arda Güler also appreciates the trust he gets from his teammates. He knows that the competition in Real Madrid requires patience, but he believes his time will come. In addition, the white club needs creative midfielders. The team is looking for more resources between the lines, and the Turkish international delivers the crucial passing, dribbling and ability to interact with the attackers.
Xabi Alonso wants a technical manager for Stamford Bridge
Xabi Alonso wants Chelsea to have more control in the opponent’s half of the field. Then he needs players who not only run, but who think fast and improve every touch of the ball. Arda Güler embodies exactly that type of player. He can act as an inside runner, attacking midfielder or false winger – always with an influence on the creative game and with an eye for finding space.
The Basque coach believes that Güler can define Chelsea’s future for several years. Therefore, he has asked the club for an exceptionally large financial effort to try. But the player’s own will is moving towards a sale. Arda does not seek a way out and does not seem willing to pressure Real Madrid to change clubs.
At Valdebebas, his physical and tactical development has created optimism. He is no longer just seen as a talent – but as a player ready to compete on the biggest stages. Chelsea can keep pushing, but it requires more than just money. They have to convince the player, break Real Madrid’s solid front and find an almost impossible deal.
For now, the interest confirms one thing: Arda Güler is already on the list of Europe’s biggest clubs. His talent is impossible to overlook – and Xabi Alonso knows it better than anyone. Chelsea will continue to follow Arda Güler, but it is Real Madrid who are in control. Xabi Alonso wants him, but the Turk doesn’t seem ready to leave the Bernabéu anytime soon.
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We’ll see what the mood is when record-breaking amounts of money are put on the table.
