Real Madrid’s Maestro Under Álvaro Arbeloa
Güler has participated in 34 matches this season without being hindered by injury or suspension, a clear indicator of his physical and mental readiness. Unlike the final phase of Xabi Alonso’s era, which saw his role diminish and his exit from the starting lineup, Arbeloa came with clear standards: no one’s place is guaranteed. This was evidenced by his substitution against Benfica despite being one of the standout players in the Lisbon match.
Nonetheless, the Turkish player succeeded in earning the coach’s trust through numbers and performance, having made 4 assists in just 6 matches since Arbeloa’s arrival, with high technical ratings in most of his appearances, a consistent performance that confirms his place in the team is well deserved.
With Jude Bellingham absent for a month and the potential return of Federico Valverde to his original midfield position, a golden opportunity arises for Güler to position himself in the playmaker role behind the strikers. This position, in which he has always excelled, gives him the freedom to move between the lines and make a difference, as he did at the start of the season.
The understanding between Güler and Kylian Mbappé was not a coincidence but a translation of clear football chemistry, manifested in the eight assists the Turkish player provided to the French star, who tops the scoring charts.
Physically, Güler continued to prove his superiority, having topped the fitness tests supervised by Antonio Pintus, which rely on measuring oxygen consumption through specialized masks. His excellence in these tests highlights his distinction, not only with talent but also with high physical readiness.
Güler’s numbers this season confirm his approach to a final stabilization phase within Real Madrid, recording an average of 0.34 expected assists and 2.94 chances created per 90 minutes, numbers that make him the best among 452 midfielders in the top five leagues, both domestically and in the Champions League.
