Real Madrid attacking midfielder Arda Guler will not play again this season due to a serious knee injury. Although the club's official statement did not specify a recovery timeframe for the 21-year-old, it is already nearly certain that his year has come to an end. This news also comes as a major blow to the Turkish national team, as Guler is considered the team's primary hope for the upcoming World Cup. Goal.com reports on the matter.
The current season has been disappointing for the Madrid side. The team lost to Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarterfinals, suffered an early exit from the Copa del Rey, and trails La Liga leaders Barcelona by 9 points. Against the backdrop of these results, head coach Alvaro Arbeloa is expected to be dismissed at the end of the season. Prior to his injury, Guler was enjoying his best season yet, recording 6 goals and 14 assists in 50 matches.
The Turkish national team qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 2002, with Guler emerging as the team's leader during the qualifying stages. He will now focus on fully recovering before the tournament hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Turkey is scheduled to compete against Australia, Paraguay, and the USA in the group stage.
Squad losses at Real Madrid were not limited to Guler. Defender Eder Militao, who had returned from a major injury in April, has also been sidelined again. A new thigh injury for the Brazilian player has put an end to his participation this season. This situation is also causing concern for the Brazilian national team coaching staff, as Militao's frequent injuries are solidifying Gabriel and Marquinhos' positions in the starting lineup.
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