Overview
- Former mentor Serhat Pekmezci told Sports Digitale that a group of senior Real Madrid players with “very high egos” is subjecting Arda Guler to bullying, and he linked the dressing-room dynamic to Xabi Alonso’s exit.
- Guler issued an official statement carried by Marca rejecting the allegations, saying he was warmly welcomed at the club and considers it his family.
- There has been no formal club investigation or independent confirmation of the bullying claims reported by media.
- Recent coverage cites footage of Guler’s visible frustration after being substituted against Benfica, which has intensified scrutiny of Real Madrid’s internal dynamics.
- AS, via Yahoo, reports Álvaro Arbeloa’s coaching staff are considering handing Guler a larger role after a season tallying three goals and 12 assists in 35 appearances.