Arda Güler Stays at Real Madrid
Arda Güler and Real Madrid have reached an agreement over a new long-term contract that will keep the Turkish star at the Santiago Bernabéu until June 2032.
The agreement is reportedly complete, with an official announcement expected to follow. The improved deal will also include a salary increase reflecting Güler’s development from an exciting teenage prospect into an increasingly important member of Real Madrid’s first team.
At just 21 years old, Güler is now being positioned as an important part of Madrid’s long-term project.
Arda stays. The story in Madrid continues.
From Fenerbahçe Wonderkid to Real Madrid
Güler arrived at Real Madrid from Fenerbahçe in the summer of 2023, when he was only 18.
Madrid had identified one of European football’s brightest young attacking talents, but his first months in Spain were far from straightforward. Injuries disrupted his introduction to the team and delayed his competitive debut until January 2024.
Once opportunities arrived, however, Güler began demonstrating why Madrid had invested in him.
His first LaLiga campaign produced an impressive six goals from only 10 league appearances, despite limited minutes. It was an early indication of his technical quality, composure and ability to find goals from midfield.
More importantly, his debut season ended with major silverware as Real Madrid won LaLiga and the Champions League.
Güler Gradually Earns His Place
The biggest challenge for any young player at Real Madrid is not simply demonstrating talent—it’s earning regular minutes in one of football’s most competitive squads.
Güler’s role expanded considerably during his second season.
By February 2026, he had already reached 100 competitive appearances for Real Madrid, recording 74 victories along the way. Real Madrid confirmed that those first 100 appearances included 63 in LaLiga and 17 in the Champions League.
His trophy cabinet had also grown rapidly.
By that milestone, Güler had won five major trophies with Real Madrid: the Champions League, LaLiga, UEFA Super Cup, Spanish Super Cup and a FIFA world title.
For a player who only turned 21 in February 2026, it represents a remarkable start to life at the Bernabéu.
2025/26 Becomes Güler’s Breakthrough Campaign
The 2025/26 season was particularly significant.
Güler became much more influential creatively, with AS reporting that he finished the campaign with six goals and 14 assists from 51 appearances across competitions.
His Champions League performances also demonstrated his development.
He registered two goals and four assists from 14 Champions League appearances in 2025/26 and was subsequently recognised with UEFA’s Champions League Breakthrough Player award.
Instead of simply being viewed as a talented youngster waiting for opportunities, Güler was becoming a player capable of influencing Madrid’s biggest matches.
A New Role and Greater Responsibility
Another important part of Güler’s evolution has been his versatility.
Naturally creative and technically gifted, the Turkey international can operate as an attacking midfielder, central creator or from the right side of the attack.
Under José Mourinho, Güler has reportedly been used further forward, allowing him to operate closer to the opposition penalty area and maximise his creativity and goal threat. His growing importance within the team is one of the major reasons Madrid have moved to improve his contract.
The start of 2026/27 has reinforced that faith.
Güler has recorded one goal and one assist from his first four LaLiga appearances, starting three of those matches.
Arda Güler’s Real Madrid Journey So Far
| Milestone | Details |
|---|---|
| Joined Real Madrid | 2023 |
| Previous Club | Fenerbahçe |
| Real Madrid Debut | January 2024 |
| 100th Madrid Appearance | February 2026 |
| Major Madrid Trophies by 100th Game | 5 |
| 2025/26 UCL | 2 goals, 4 assists |
| 2026/27 LaLiga Start | 1 goal, 1 assist in 4 games |
| Previous Contract Expiry | June 2029 |
| Reported New Expiry | June 2032 |
Why Real Madrid’s New Güler Contract Matters
Extending Güler’s deal from its previous 2029 expiry to 2032 sends a powerful message about how highly Real Madrid value him.
Madrid are no longer protecting the future of an unproven wonderkid. They are securing a player who has already accumulated more than 100 appearances, contributed in major competitions and collected some of football’s biggest trophies.
His age makes the development even more exciting.
At 21, Güler could potentially spend the majority of his prime years at the Santiago Bernabéu.
For Madrid, securing him until 2032 provides long-term stability. For Güler, the improved contract represents recognition of how dramatically his status has changed since arriving from Turkey.
From Prospect to Real Madrid Star
When Arda Güler arrived in Madrid in 2023, expectations were enormous.
His first season required patience. His second brought more opportunities. By his third, he had become an established member of the squad and passed the landmark of 100 Real Madrid appearances.
Now comes another chapter.
A contract running until June 2032, improved financial terms and an increasingly important first-team role demonstrate Madrid’s belief that Güler can become one of the faces of the club’s next generation.
The Turkish magician came to Madrid as one of Europe’s most exciting youngsters.
Three years later, Arda Güler isn’t simply part of Real Madrid’s future anymore—he is becoming an important part of its present.
Arda Stays.
With the new agreement reportedly settled and an official statement expected, Real Madrid supporters can look forward to many more years of Güler at the Bernabéu.
Contract: until June 2032.
Mission: become a Real Madrid great.
