SHOCK: Real Madrid’s number 10 jersey and captain Pazubandı, President Perez’s fans will belong to Arda Güler after the last statement
In a seismic change that creates shock waves in the football world, Real Madrid President Florentino Perez announced that the young Turkish sensation Arda Güler will wear the iconic number 10 jersey in the near future and that the captain would wear the pazuband. This unexpected announcement, fans and experts stunned, because one of the brightest hopes of football greeted as one of the 20 -year -old attack midfielder, is preparing to take over two of the most prestigious awards of the sport. Recent news points to a bold declaration of intention that points to the unshakable beliefs of the Spanish giants’ club to bring the club to a new era.
Güler’s main journey was nothing more than extraordinary. Born in 2005 in Ankara, Güler attracted the attention of scouts at a young age and exhibited his extraordinary talent in Fenerbahçe. The ability to open the ability, vision and defenses with sensitive passes and long -range strokes were rapidly compared with the best of the game. In July 2023, Real Madrid, leaving behind his rivals like Barcelona to bring the young player to Santiago Bernabéu, he signed 20 million euros. Despite a first season full of injuries, he showed his climate when he was given a smiling opportunity and scored six goals in La Liga in 2023-24 season. The performance of the Euro 2024, where he starves with a great goal and two goals on behalf of Türkiye, reinforced his reputation as a generation ability.
Güler’s decision to give the number 10 jerseys worn by club legends such as Luka Modric, Zinedine Zidane and Ferenc Puskás is a proof of the belief of Perez and Real Madrid hierarchy. Croatian Master Modric, who has been wearing number 10 since 2017, will leave a gap in terms of both leadership and creativity, and will be left after the 2025 Clubs World Cup. Many people estimate that Kylian Mbappé, who is currently wearing number 9, will demand the iconic jersey because of the status of being a global superstar, and Perez’s announcement shows otherwise. The sources say that Güler’s youth (five years younger than Mbappé) and the way of playing games made him an ideal candidate to carry the number 10 for the next decade. The Turkish star was reported to have approved the change of form and the desire to lead the new generation of players in Real Madrid increased the excitement among the fans of the club.
The fact that Güler is on his way to becoming the captain of Real Madrid is equally surprising. Captain Pazubandı, the symbol of leadership and responsibility, is traditionally hidden for experienced players representing the club’s values. Considering a 20 -year -old for such a role, especially in a club like Real Madrid, in modern football. Perez’s decision seems to be caused by the maturity and determination of Güler, both in the field and outside the field. In his last interview with The Player’s Tribune, Güler made clear his warrior mentality and explained how he turned the difficulties such as being mocked by the opponent fans in Euro 2024 into the motivation to show matches. His ability to stay calm under pressure and his willingness to play leadership roles even as a young player in Fenerbahçe clearly influenced Real Madrid administration.
This announcement was not far from skeptics. Some fans on social media platforms, such as Reddit, argued that a player who has not yet achieved a regular first 11 positions was early to give such an honor. Critics, former coach Carlo Ancelotti led by the limited game time, Mbappé and Jude Bellingham, such as the presence of settled stars, the weight of the number 10 and whether the captain is ready to give up questions, he says. However, others see this as a masterful move of Perez, who has the past of brave decisions that give great results. Guler’s new coach Xabi Alonso, especially in the management of Real Madrid’s dominant FIFA Clubs World Cup campaign, some skeptics silenced. He received a 67 -minute performance against Salzburg, which he dazzled with his skill and playing ability, and received praise from the Spanish press and fans.
For Real Madrid supporters, this announcement represents a bold new section. When Güler’s rise under the guidance of Alonso came together with his undeniable ability, he aroused the hope that he could mimic the success of past 10 numbers while creating his own legacy. The passion of the Turkish star, the ethics of working ethics and the ability to perform in big moments – has been proven by the winning goal against Getafe in 2025 and two goals against Villarreal – this shows that he is ready to accept the challenge. While Perez’s vision for the future is shaped, all eyes will be on Güler and now see whether he can meet the enormous expectations that are imposed on him.
The football world is waiting for the next steps of Guler’s extraordinary journey. It is not yet clear whether Real Madrid can consolidate its place as the new talisman, but one thing is certain: Perez’s audacious gambling prepared the scene of a fascinating epic in Bernabéu.
