Arda Guler returns to Real Madrid training after World Cup

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Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Arda Guler returns to Real Madrid training after World Cup
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Arda Guler has become the first player to return to training at Real Madrid after participating in the World Cup. Following a week of preseason training led by Jose Mourinho, Guler joins the squad despite Turkiye's early exit from the tournament. He scored one goal in the competition against the United States, and his return may impact his role in the team with the addition of Bernardo Silva. Mourinho is expected to utilize Guler in an attacking midfield role, which will be crucial in the upcoming season.

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  • Guler trained at Valdebebas under Jose Mourinho after the World Cup.
  • Turkiye was eliminated in the group stage of the tournament.
  • Guler scored against the United States during the World Cup.
  • Mourinho values Guler's skills from their time at Fenerbahce.
  • Upcoming weeks are critical for Guler to impress in preseason.
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It has been one complete week since Jose Mourinho started preseason training at Real Madrid, but during this week, he has had to train only the available first team players, who had not participated i...

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