New Chapter in Arda Güler Saga: Alonso Steps In
Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has begun one-on-one talks to bring his former Real Madrid pupil Arda Güler to the club. The Turkish international's contract at Real Madrid runs until 2029.
An Ongoing Interest From a Former Coach
Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso continues to pursue Real Madrid's Arda Güler. According to reports in the English press, the Spanish coach — who managed Real Madrid until last season — is now looking to complete this move from his post at Chelsea.
One-on-One Talks Underway
Alonso has reportedly begun direct talks with the 21-year-old to convince him to join the English club. This suggests Alonso's confidence in Güler's ability extends well beyond his time managing him at Real Madrid.
The Alonso-Güler Connection at Real Madrid
During his time at Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso regularly gave Arda Güler a starting role and built parts of the team's system around the young playmaker. That coach-player relationship now forms the backdrop for this latest transfer approach.
His Numbers at Real Madrid
Arda Güler joined Real Madrid from Fenerbahçe in 2023 for a €20 million fee plus €10 million in bonuses, with his contract running until June 30, 2029. He has recorded 18 goals and 25 assists across 112 appearances for the club so far.
Bottom Line
This development can be seen as the latest stage in a long-running conversation about Arda Güler's future. Alonso's direct contact suggests the process has moved slightly beyond speculation — though there's no indication yet that Real Madrid intend to sell.
