Real Madrid recently announced that they have signed a young midfielder named Arda Guler from Fenerbahce. Arda Guler is 18 years old. Real Madrid had to pay a transfer fee of €17.5 million ($18.4 million) to activate a release clause in Guler's contract. This means that Guler was allowed to leave Fenerbahce if a club met this specific amount. Real Madrid paid this fee in order to secure the signing of Guler and to outbid competition from their rivals, Barcelona, who were also interested in signing the talented teenager.
Turkish sensation Arda Güler said goodbye to Istanbul on Thursday as he embarked on a journey that would lead him to be officially presented as the newest member of the Real Madrid team on Friday.
Real Madrid, one of the most powerful football clubs in Spain, wasted no time in completing the deal and successfully secured the services of this exceptionally talented 18-year-old prodigy, who has garnered widespread admiration.
Although sources associated with Real Madrid chose to remain anonymous to protect privacy, they confirmed to Anadolu Agency that Güler, a gifted attacking midfielder from Fenerbahçe, was scheduled to travel to Madrid on a luxurious private jet from Istanbul. Upon arrival, he would undergo a comprehensive medical examination before officially signing his contract with Los Blancos.
Real Madrid is expected to make an official announcement regarding their latest signing on Thursday evening, leaving football fans eagerly anticipating the news. The excitement surrounding Güler's arrival at the club is palpable, as supporters eagerly await the opportunity to witness his extraordinary skills showcased at the prestigious Santiago Bernabeu stadium.
The momentous occasion to introduce Arda Güler to the media has been scheduled for Friday at the renowned Real Madrid City training ground in Valdebebas.
On Thursday evening, the young talent will share the spotlight with Real Madrid chairman Florentino Perez.
According to reports, Real Madrid has secured Güler's services for an impressive five-year contract.