Overview
- Reports published on June 10 say Chelsea are preparing a potential £100 million offer for 21-year-old Arda Guler, though no formal bid has been lodged.
- Sources say incoming manager Xabi Alonso is driving the interest because he coached Guler at Real Madrid and has identified him as a priority signing.
- Guler produced his best numbers under Alonso this season, finishing with six goals and 14 assists overall and four goals with 10 assists in 34 appearances under Alonso.
- Real Madrid have publicly insisted Guler is not for sale and the player has said he wants to fight for his place, while a likely coaching change at Madrid could still shift the club’s stance.
- Arsenal and Manchester United are reported to be tracking Guler and the player may demand Champions League football, meaning any transfer would hinge on personal terms and Real Madrid’s transfer priorities if the board opts to sell.