All About Arda Güler – Facts & Career

Basic Information

• Full Name: Arda Güler
• Date of Birth: February 25, 2005
• Place of Birth: Altındağ, Ankara, Turkey
• Height / Weight: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) / approx. 70 kg
• Position: Attacking Midfielder, Right Winger
• Current Club: Real Madrid (Spain)
• Jersey Number: 24
• Nickname: “The Turkish Diamond”

Early Life and Youth Career

Arda Güler was born in the capital city of Ankara. His football journey started at a very young age, joining the youth academy of Gençlerbirliği at just 9 years old. His talent quickly stood out, and he moved to Fenerbahçe’s youth system in 2019.

At Fenerbahçe, he was seen as one of the brightest talents in Turkish football. His close control, vision, passing, and dribbling skills attracted attention from fans, scouts, and international clubs.

Fenerbahçe (2019–2023)

• Arda signed his first professional contract with Fenerbahçe on January 13, 2021, at the age of 16.
• He made his senior debut in August 2021 in a UEFA Europa League match.
• In March 2022, he became the youngest goalscorer in Fenerbahçe’s Süper Lig history, scoring at age 17.
• Despite his age, he impressed everyone with his maturity, composure, and technical ability.
• In the 2022–23 season, he became a regular starter and contributed crucial goals and assists.
• Total for Fenerbahçe (all competitions):
  • Appearances: 51
  • Goals: 9
  • Assists: 12

Real Madrid (2023–Present)

• In July 2023, Arda Güler signed with Real Madrid for a reported fee of €20 million plus add-ons.
• He chose Real Madrid over clubs like Barcelona, Arsenal, and AC Milan.
• His signing made him one of the few Turkish players in history to join the Spanish giants.
• Unfortunately, he suffered injuries shortly after his arrival, delaying his debut.
• He eventually made his first appearance in January 2024.
• On May 25, 2024, he became the youngest foreign player to score in five consecutive La Liga games.
• His efficiency was remarkable: 6 goals in his first 10 appearances.

National Team

• Arda debuted for the Turkey national team in 2022 at age 17.
• He is seen as a key part of the future Turkish squad.
• Scored his first international goal against Wales in a Euro 2024 qualifier with a stunning long-range strike.

Style of Play

• Arda is a classic number 10 who can also play on the wing.
• Known for:
  • Exceptional vision and passing range
  • Smooth dribbling and ball control
  • Long shots and set-piece abilities
  • Calmness under pressure
• He is often compared to players like Mesut Özil and Luka Modrić.

Honors and Achievements

With Fenerbahçe:

• Turkish Cup Winner: 2022–23

With Real Madrid:

• La Liga Champion: 2023–24
• UEFA Champions League Winner: 2023–24

Fun Facts

• He was a huge fan of Alex de Souza, a Fenerbahçe legend.
• He’s the first Turkish player to score on debut for Real Madrid.
• Arda is one of the most followed young footballers in Turkey on social media.
• Fluent in Turkish, learning Spanish rapidly.
• Loves video games and is known for his humble and calm personality.

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