Arda Guler Included in Real Madrid Champions League Squad, Could Make Debut Against Braga

Real Madrid faced Braga in the Champions League group stage match day four clash at the Santiago Bernabéu (Wednesday, 9pm CET).

Jude Bellingham has recovered from the shoulder injury he sustained in the previous match against Rayo, he may still start the game on the bench to minimize any potential risks.

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Given Real Madrid’s comfortable lead in their group, head coach Carlo Ancelotti may consider making some additional rotations for this match.

Fans are eager to witness Arda Güler’s debut, and Brahim could also see some playing time if Ancelotti decides to rest most of his key players.

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Güler has been included in the Champions League squad for the first time since joining the club and could make his debut tonight.

The Turkish international has yet to feature for Real as he only recently recovered from injury but he is match fit and ready to play.

Turkish national team manager Vincenzo Montella travelled to Madrid to watch Güler in training this week and had a meeting with the player and Carlo Ancelotti regarding the midfielder’s progress.

The full Real Madrid squad is as follows.

REAL MADRID SQUAD:
Goalkeepers: Lunin, Kepa and Diego Piñeiro.
Defenders: Carvajal, Alaba, Nacho, Lucas V., Fran García, Rüdiger and Mendy.
Midfielders: Bellingham, Kroos, Modrić, Camavinga, Valverde, Arda Güler and Nico Paz.
Forwards: Vini Jr., Rodrygo, Joselu and Brahim.