According to a report by Madrid Universal on Saturday October 24, 2026, Arda Guler, a youngster playing for Real Madrid, is supposedly on the verge of earning a starting spot under Jose Mourinho as a result of his outstanding play in recent matches for the Spanish giants in both domestic and European competitions.

It appeared that Mourinho fixed the team's tactical issues, as Real Madrid beat Sevilla and RB Leipzig. Using Guler in a deeper midfield position has been a key change that has given him more consistent match-influencing opportunities.

The 21-year-old Turkey international is reportedly closing in on a starting spot, as his recent performances are making it harder for Mourinho to bench him in crucial matches, according to MARCA via Madrid Zone.

Just before Madrid's El Clasico match against Barcelona, his influence is on the rise, providing Guler with yet another chance to prove he belongs in the starting lineup.

By enhancing Madrid's offensive rhythm and providing answers to midfield issues, Guler has emerged as one of the club's most significant creative players. His performance this season was particularly noteworthy in the Champions League match against AS Roma.

Guler, who came on as a substitute with Madrid down two goals to zero against Roma, changed the game with some dangerous set pieces and better offensive flow. His performance showed Mourinho how much of an impact the youngster has been making as of late.

After Mourinho moved Federico Valverde to right back, he played a deeper role and impressed against Sevilla. This substitution improved Madrid's possession control and gave Guler a better chance to direct attacks from the center of the field.

In Madrid's 4-1 Champions League triumph over RB Leipzig, Guler scored his second goal of the season, finishing close to the goal after receiving the ball from Kylian Mbappe. His case for starting has been strengthened by his recent performances.

With his combination of defensive stability and creative ability, he provides Mourinho with a solution to Madrid's balanced midfield. Their stronger midfielders might be lacking in vision and space awareness, but Guler makes up for it.

Jude Bellingham, Bernardo Silva, and other well-established players are still vying for spots, though. Mourinho will put Guler to the test in the forthcoming Clasico as he tries to balance his creative options with defensive stability.