Arda Guler is a Turkish professional footballer who has been on the radar of many top clubs in Europe for several years. He has played for several teams including Galatasaray, Fenerbahce and currently plays for Atletico Madrid.
In January 2019, Arda Guler signed a three-year contract with Atletico Madrid, making him their third most expensive signing behind Antoine Griezmann and Diego Costa. His transfer fee was reported to be €45 million, which made him one of the most expensive signings in the history of Spanish football.
Guler's journey to La Liga started when he moved from Galatasaray to Fenerbahce in 2015. He made his debut for Fenerbahce in the Turkish Super League against Trabzonspor and scored his first goal for the club in a 2-0 win over Galatasaray. He went on to become a key player for Fenerbahce, helping them win the league title in 2017 and 2018.
In 2018, Arda Guler moved to Atletico Madrid for a reported €45 million transfer fee. He joined the club as part of a deal that saw former Atletico Madrid star Koke move in the opposite direction. Guler immediately made an impact for Atletico Madrid, scoring four goals in his first six games for the club.
Despite being considered one of the best young talents in Turkey, Arda Guler faced criticism for his lack of consistency and inconsistency during his time at Galatasaray and Fenerbahce. However, he proved himself as a valuable asset for Atletico Madrid by contributing to the team's success in the 2019-2020 season, where they won the UEFA Champions League.
Guler's journey to La Liga has not been without its challenges, but he has proven himself as a talented and consistent player. With his impressive performances for Atletico Madrid, it seems likely that he will continue to make waves in European football in the coming seasons.