30.10.2026 02:15
Arda Güler's role within the team is changing at Real Madrid. The national footballer, who earned Jose Mourinho's trust with his performance against Barcelona, is now regarded as one of the team's indispensable names. Arda is not expected to be taken off the pitch unless a score advantage is secured.
According to a report by Spanish newspaper Marca, Arda Güler earned Jose Mourinho's trust with his performance in El Clasico, in which Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1 away.
It was stated that the national footballer, who started the match in the starting lineup and was taken off in the 90th minute, has become one of the team's indispensable players.
The report stated that Arda is no longer expected to be taken off unless a comfortable lead in terms of score is established, just like Federico Valverde, Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe.
HIS EARLY SUBSTITUTION WAS CRITICIZED
In the matches he started in the starting lineup this season, the minutes Arda Güler received, often coming off in the second half, had been a topic of discussion in the Spanish press. While Mourinho was criticized for taking the young footballer off early, comments were made that Arda should stay on the pitch longer. After his performance against Barcelona, it was claimed that the national footballer's role within the team had changed.
PRAISE FOR ARDA GÜLER FROM MARCA
Marca, stating that Arda Güler has become one of the fundamental parts of Mourinho's playing system, heaped praise on the young star's performance. In the Spanish newspaper, it was assessed that Arda played a decisive role in El Clasico, showed that he could be effective in different parts of the match, and was one of Real Madrid's most effective attacking players after Mbappe.
8 GOAL CONTRIBUTIONS IN 12 MATCHES
Arda Güler has recorded 3 goals and 5 assists in 12 matches he has played for Real Madrid this season. The national footballer's rising performance strengthens his position within the team, while Mourinho is expected to give Arda more playing time in upcoming matches.