MAN CITY IN TALKS OVER MAJOR REAL MADRID SIGNING DEAL
Manchester City are reportedly keen on signing Real Madrid's Turkish playmaker Arda Güler. The 20-year-old talent has impressed with 8 goal contributions this season, adding creativity and goals to Pep Guardiola's attack.
Man City Enter Talks to Land Arda Güler - Credit: AFP via Getty Images
The Real Madrid playmaker Arda Guler is highly admired by Manchester City, according to a recent report by Fichajes. The Mancunian powerhouses are reportedly keen to finalise a deal for the Turkish attacker the following season.
Guler's Outstanding Performance in La Liga Guler has had a strong season with the Madrid club, putting up a number of impressive performances for them in the closing third. The Turkish prodigy has made 12 appearances for Los Blancos so far this season in a variety of competitions, tallying three goals and dishing out five assists.
With an average of 2.45 shots per 90 minutes in La Liga, the 20-year-old has performed admirably in the opponent's half and is deserving of praise. 37.5% of his tries have been on target. Guler has even been quite good at passing the ball in the latter third, as evidenced by his 87.8% pass completion rate in the top division of Spain (data via fbref.com).
In the summer of 2029, his current contract at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium will come to an end. Therefore, it will be difficult for Man City to acquire him at a discount the following year.
Is Guler a Good Fit for Pep Guardiola
Guler can make a few driving runs with the ball in and around the opponent's penalty area and is a skilled dribbler with the ball at his feet. He has the vision to create some big openings for others around him in the final third and can shoot the ball powerfully from a distance.
Up top, the Turkish sensation can help by both creating and scoring goals. Although his primary position is attacking midfield, he can also fill in as a right-winger or box-to-box midfielder if necessary.
Guler is likely to give Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola's assault greater firepower. He is capable of fighting for a spot in the Etihad Stadium's regular first team.
As long as Guler keeps getting better every year at the age of 20, his future appears to be very promising. He would therefore eventually be a perfect fit for Man City's requirements. Taking everything into account, Guardiola would be smart to negotiate a deal for him next season.
DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE
Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.
El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images
Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.
The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.
The disciplinary committee of the RFEF
"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."
Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.
Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.
No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.
ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.
Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)
According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.
Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.
Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.