Is Guler really bullied in Real’s dressing room?

Arda Guler is one of Turkey’s brightest young talents (along with Juventus’ Yildiriz) and a future star of Real Madrid. He was transferred from Fenerbahce in 2023 for 26 million euros, and his current value is around 90 million euros, even though he is not a first-team regular. Being in Real Madrid doesn’t give you a signed agreement to be unchangeable, which Gulen soon found out. He didn’t play as regularly as he hoped not with Carlo Ancelotti, not with Xabi Alonso. Alvaro Arbeloa is currently giving him a chance, and the young Turk started all of the last five games. He is still not quite happy, as he was seen leaving the field during the Benfica defeat, saying “Always me! Always me!” since he never ended the game on the pitch. And now his mentor caused quite a stir with his latest comments.

Serhat Pekmezci, the man responsible for Arda Guler's transfer to Real gave an interesting interview for 'Sports Digitale'.

“Even though Real Madrid is a megaclub, Arda Guler is suffering from mobbing. It's not that he complained to me, but he knew this would happen. I told him to be patient. The harassment came from the players. There is a group there that has not been able to accept Arda; unfortunately, they are players with very high egos. Arda is very patient and aware, but even he has started to rebel, thinking, 'Why is it always me?” he said.

Real’s problems: Guler’s anger, playoffs and Spain’s downfall

This interview caused problems for Guler, who was furious with Pekmezci and was forced to publicly deny the claims.

“I have followed with sadness the recent public statements made by the former head of scouting, Mr. Serhat Pekmezci, who played an important role at the beginning of my career. From my first day, I have been warmly welcomed by everyone at this club, and I have always considered this place a family. I am extremely proud to be a Real Madrid player and I wish to defend this badge for many more years. We have a very strong team, and I feel happy and honored to share the dressing room with all my teammates. I kindly request that no attention be paid to any comments or reports, written or expressed, on this matter" said the player in his statement.

LA LIGA - MATCHDAY 24

Friday

Elche - Osasuna 0-0

Saturday

16.00: (2.55) Espanyol (3.15) Celta (2.95)

18.15: (3.30) Getafe (3.10) Villareal (2.35)

20.30: (2.20) Sevilla (3.25) Alaves (3.80)

23.00: (1.38) Real Madrid (5.30) Sociedad (7.50)

Sunday

16.00: (3.80) Oviedo (3.25) Ath.Bilbao (2.20)

18.15: (4.50) Rayo Vallecano (3.75) Atl.Madrid (1.85)

20.30: (2.80) Levante (3.15) Valencia (2.65)

23.00: (2.85) Mallorca (3.30) Betis (2.50)

Monday

23.00: (7.00) Girona (5.50) Barcelona (1.38)

***odds are subject to change***