19.04.2025 12:00
Big changes are expected at Real Madrid, which was eliminated by Arsenal in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League. Among the stars expected to leave the Spanish giant is Arda Güler. The Spanish press is discussing Arda's situation and future. If Ancelotti continues at Real Madrid, Arda may need to consider leaving either on loan or with a permanent transfer.
In the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid bid farewell to the giant tournament by losing to Arsenal. The defeats in both matches created a seismic effect within the Spanish giant. The Spanish press announced the stars expected to leave the team while also addressing the situation of Arda Güler.
STONES ARE SHIFTING
According to a report from the Spanish press outlet Sport, while discussions about Ancelotti's future with the team continue, the defeat against Arsenal in the Champions League has shaken things up within the team.
The report included statements such as, "A few players may be experiencing their final moments at Real Madrid," and described the situation in the Spanish giant as follows:
Since being eliminated by Arsenal, a seismic shift has occurred at Real Madrid. The Champions League match confirmed many things: Florentino Pérez's poor sports planning, Ancelotti's inadequacy in managing this squad, and the fact that some players are not suited to the level of a club like Real Madrid.
OPERATION IN THE SQUAD
Following the poor results, a change in Real Madrid's squad is expected. While the transfer of Trent Alexander-Arnold for the next season is on the agenda, Lucas Vázquez is among the names expected to leave the team. The report included the following statements regarding players who may leave Real Madrid.
Alaba: He is no longer the same as before. Alaba's situation is one of the clearest in the club. The Austrian player, who has been injured for over a year due to a torn ACL, has not been able to return to the level he was at in his early years. The Arsenal match proved this. He is currently far behind Rüdiger and Asencio, who has taken his place, and is positioned as Madrid's third center-back. However, with a likely reinforcement (Huijsen or Saliba) coming in and Militao's recovery, the Austrian player has two options: to leave the team this summer or to be the fifth center-back in the last year of his contract.
Modric: Modric's situation is completely different. The Croatian player's contract ends this season, and it seems he will conclude his successful career at Real Madrid at the age of 39. Although he is no longer as key a player as before, he is still important for Ancelotti, but he has been falling short in critical matches.
Lucas Vázquez: He is not good enough to stay at Real Madrid. With Carvajal's injury, he had to take on all the responsibility on the right wing, but the difference between the two has become very significant. Additionally, the arrival of the Liverpool player makes it almost impossible for Real Madrid to offer him a contract renewal, so it would be normal for him to finish his contract this season and leave this summer.
Mendy and Fran Garcia: There is a significant problem on the left wing. Neither Mendy nor Fran Garcia has delivered what was expected this season. The French player is far from the form that Madrid fans fell in love with for his defensive skills in 2023. Moreover, Fran's position is quite questionable. If Real Madrid decides to bring in a new name for this position, the Madrid player may be sent away. It should be noted that Real Madrid could bring back Miguel Gutiérrez from Girona for a low fee of eight million euros. He is one of the best full-backs in La Liga and has received offers of over 20 million euros from the Premier League.
ARDA GÜLER DECISION
The report also addressed the situation of Arda Güler. While the minutes the national star has received this season continue to be debated, rumors of a departure have also emerged. The report stated, "Arda Güler's situation largely depends on what happens on the bench. Arda Güler is a good player, there is no doubt about that. He already showed his great level last season and in the European Championship, but this season he has not been able to create the desired impact in the limited time Ancelotti has given him. He didn't even get a chance to show what he could do against Arsenal. Therefore, if Ancelotti continues at Real Madrid, the Turkish player should consider leaving either on loan or with a transfer fee."
If Ancelotti leaves, Arda Güler's situation will be in the hands of the new coach. A profile with experience with young players, like Xabi Alonso, could play a key role in improving the situation of the former Fenerbahçe player," the statements concluded.