Real Madrid have bigger plans for young playmaker, see him as the ideal Modric replacement – report

Arda Guler is rapidly emerging as one of Real Madrid’s most promising talents, and the club appears to have bigger plans for the 19-year-old midfielder.

With Real Madrid experiencing its first turbulence of the season—two disappointing results in three games—the pressure to make changes is growing.

Among those changes could be a more prominent role for Guler, who has already impressed with his performances and appears ready to break into the starting lineup.

Real Madrid’s plans with Arda Guler

Guler has demonstrated his potential to be an elite-level midfielder, catching the eye of both fans and the club’s hierarchy.

In a season where veteran Luka Modric is struggling to adapt to a new, faster-paced style, Guler’s fresh energy and creativity are seen as assets, reports Jorge Picon (h/t Madrid Xtra).

The young Turk has shown flashes of brilliance, including a standout performance against Las Palmas, where he won a crucial penalty and delivered two dangerous passes to Kylian Mbappe and Endrick.

Güler’s attacking contributions have been outstanding, creating the most clear goal-scoring chances per 90 minutes (1.86) of any Real Madrid player so far this season.

He is only second to Vinicius Jr. in terms of overall chances created (3.71), indicating his influence on the team’s offensive play.

With Jude Bellingham and Eduardo Camavinga out, there is growing support for Guler to see more minutes.

His ability to generate play from deeper positions offers a tactical versatility that could be crucial as Real Madrid aims to implement a more dynamic style of play.

While Modric remains an important figure, the club recognizes that Guler is the future. His continual improvement has caught the attention of the board, which sees him as a player who can help Real Madrid evolve this season and beyond.