FC Barcelona Returned to Pursue Arda Güler just three months ago, reopening a chapter that seemed closed for two years.
The young Turkish talent, who seems to have found his place at Real Madrid, was very close to wearing the blaugrana jersey in 2022, but ultimately ended up at Santiago Bernabéu. However, the lack of prominence in the white team reignited the Catalan interest.
Barça Wanted to Take Advantage of Arda Güler's Discontent
Deco, Barça's sporting director, kept an eye on Güler's situation, especially given his ostracism at Real Madrid. According to sources close to the club, Barça explored his possible incorporation in the last winter market, seeking to capitalize on the player's frustration over his limited participation.
The Catalan club considered that Güler perfectly fit the profile Flick wanted to strengthen the attacking midfielder position, combining talent, youth, and hunger for minutes.
No offer was formalized, but the interest was firm enough to provoke direct contacts with the player's entourage.
Meanwhile, Arda Güler has remained silent while fighting to earn a spot in the Merengue squad. His quality is beyond doubt. But the lack of opportunities has fueled speculation about a possible change of scenery in the short term.
Barça, alert to any movement, continues to evaluate the Turkish player's evolution. The door is not closed, and the club doesn't rule out trying again to sign him if the situation doesn't improve for the footballer in Madrid.
U-turn at Real Madrid
In any case, the position of the Turkish star at Real Madrid has taken a U-turn. Ancelotti has ended up being won over by his talent, and in recent matches, he is enjoying prominence.
His radical stance against Arda Güler has been one of the triggering factors that have put Ancelotti in the spotlight. The club suggested he should count on him more, but Carletto always preferred to rely on the veterans.
The recent matches have offered another view of Güler, who has amply shown that he has a place among Real Madrid's starters. In fact, the immediate future sees him alongside Mbappé and Vinícius, occupying the spot that Rodrygo will vacate. This way, Real Madrid will strengthen their play in the midfield.