Kylian Mbappe has heaped praise on Real Madrid teammate Arda Güler following the team’s pre-season friendly against AC Milan.
The French forward, who is eager to begin training with the team, expressed his admiration for Güler’s performance during the match. Mbappe highlighted the young Turkish star’s impressive form and ability to contribute both offensively and defensively.
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“I have seen him very well, I was already impressed in the European Championship, but he looks like a total player for Madrid…,” Mbappe was quoted as saying by Defansa Central.
Guler has made a strong impression since joining Real Madrid, and his development is closely monitored by fans and teammates alike. As the new season approaches, the team is looking forward to the challenges ahead and the opportunity to compete for titles.
Mbappe and Guler will be teammates this season, it remains to be seen how Real boss Carlo Ancelotti will make use of the new talent in his squad but he made it clear that the Turkish international has a role in his team.
Ancelotti has also heaped praise on young star Arda Güler following a promising pre-season.
The Turkish midfielder has impressed the Italian coach with his development since joining the club. Ancelotti highlighted Guler’s versatility, physical improvement, and natural goal-scoring ability.
“He has arrived very well, he worked a lot during the vacations. He has arrived more powerful, more resistant, and with the same quality,” he said responding to a question by Kiyan Sobhani of Managing Madrid.
“This season will be important for him, with more prominence. Arda’s best position is between the lines, he can be a 10, he can be a right back… He shouldn’t play on the left, with that left foot he has.
“If he has the opportunity to shoot, he should do it. In the future, he could be one of the three midfielders.”
The manager believes the 18-year-old will play a significant role in the upcoming season, with the potential to feature in multiple positions across the midfield.
As Real Madrid prepare for the European Super Cup and the start of the La Liga campaign, the club is optimistic about the talent and depth of their squad, including the promising young midfielder.