Real Madrid: Arda Güler’s frustration grows with his lack of playing time
Arda Güler arrived at Real Madrid with high expectations, but his first season with the club has not gone as planned. The Turkish footballer has struggled with injury problems and a lack of playing time under coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Güler, who left Manchester City after only playing four games in two seasons due to his frustration with manager Pep Guardiola, has found himself on the sidelines at Real Madrid. Despite showing his skill and physical condition in limited minutes, he has struggled to break into the regular starting lineup, with players like Vinicius, Rodrygo, and Bellingham consistently getting the nod over him.
In recent games, Güler has been left out of the squad entirely, leading to growing frustration. He has expressed his desire to leave the club in search of more playing time, but so far, Real Madrid has not considered a loan move for the Turkish midfielder.
Coach Carlo Ancelotti, known for his clear ideas and lack of trust in players he does not deem necessary, has not shown any signs of change in his tactics or rotation. This has left Güler feeling sidelined and frustrated.
The situation is a stark contrast to when Cristiano Ronaldo was at Real Madrid, as Güler has expressed his sadness and apologized for the situation, acknowledging that these are things he cannot control.
As Güler’s frustration grows, it remains to be seen if Real Madrid will make any changes to accommodate his desire for more playing time.