Arda Guler’s grandfather claims that Luka Modric called the 18-year-old while his negotiations for a move to Real Madrid were going on. The Croatian midfielder told him that he will retire in a year, after which his iconic number.10 jersey could be worn by him.
The player’s grandfather recently revealed this during an interview per Madrid Xtra.
Modrić called Arda and said: ‘I will retire after 1 year, the #10 will be yours.’said Arda Guler’s grandfather.
Arda Guler recently signed for Real Madrid from Fenerbahçe for €17m. Barcelona and Arsenal also showed interest, but the player only wanted Los Blancos.
The 37-year-old player is in the twilight of his career and will likely retire soon. He has an impressive trophy cabinet which includes five champions leagues and three La Liga titles. His contract expires this season and there is a possibility he retires.
🚨🗣️ Arda Güler’s grandfather: “Modrić called Arda and said: ‘I will retire after 1 year, the #10 will be yours’.” pic.twitter.com/feAWbiTRMg
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) July 7, 2023However, fans would like to reserve the number 10 jersey for Kylian Mbappe. The Frenchman who wears number 10 for his country has been involved in one of the longest transfer sagas ever with the club. The player could finally leave PSG this season as he refuses to sign a new contract. He could take the number 10 jersey next season from Modric if it’s available. Guler might have to be content with the jersey he’ll be getting now.
Real Madrid could sell Aurelien Tchouemeni
In recent weeks, there have been persistent rumors linking Aurelien Tchouameni with a potential departure from Real Madrid. These speculations have only grown stronger with the arrival of Jude Bellingham this summer, which was a significant and highly publicized transfer. Towards the end of last season, the French midfielder was already finding it challenging to secure a place in the starting lineup for crucial matches.
Tchouameni had an impressive beginning at Real Madrid, seizing the opportunity to claim Casemiro’s spot in the starting XI after the Brazilian midfielder’s departure to Manchester United. However, as the season advanced, the Frenchman’s form gradually declined.
Following the World Cup break, Tchouameni lost his assured position as a starter and found himself on the bench for the majority of significant matches in the second half of the season. This, along with the arrival of Bellingham, has led to speculations linking Tchouameni with a potential departure during the summer transfer window.
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