Arda Güler, a young prodigy from Turkey, has seen a significant increase in his Instagram followers during EURO 2024. According to recent data compiled by Apuestas Deportivas, the number of followers for various stars at EURO 2024 was tracked from June 13 to June 27.

During this period, Güler’s Instagram following surged by 1,093,669, making it the most impressive increase among all players at EURO 2024. This rise in followers even surpassed that of Cristiano Ronaldo, who is often regarded as the “king of social media” in the football world. Ronaldo’s followers increased by 996,661, placing him just behind Güler.

Jude Bellingham ranks third, with an increase of 725,529 followers. The English midfielder is considered one of the must-watch players at EURO 2024 after his stellar 2023/24 season with Real Madrid.

Top Players with the Highest Growth in Instagram Followers at EURO 2024

Güler has drawn significant attention at EURO 2024, not just for his looks but also for his talent. Media reports indicate that many female fans are tuning into EURO 2024 just to follow this “heartthrob” born in 2005.

Güler made a notable impact in Turkey’s 3-1 victory over Georgia in the group stage of EURO 2024. The Real Madrid star struck a stunning left-footed curler at a speed of 118 km/h, earning his first career goal in the EURO.

Turkey, led by Güler, concluded the group stage of EURO 2024 by finishing second in Group F. They are set to face Austria in the Round of 16 on July 3 at 2 AM.