Muscle Overload Keeps Arda Güler Out of Group Training—Will He Miss Real Madrid’s Next Match
Real Madrid have received encouraging news regarding Arda Güler after the Turkish midfielder missed group training due to muscle overload, raising questions ahead of the team’s La Liga clash with Racing Santander. However, reports indicate that the issue is not considered serious and is not expected to rule him out of the upcoming fixture.
According to Madrid Universal, citing journalist Alvaro Esteban, Güler worked in the gym at Real Madrid’s Valdebebas training complex instead of joining his teammates for the outdoor group session. The decision was reportedly a precaution as the club manages his physical condition following his efforts against Barcelona in El Clásico.
The Turkish playmaker featured in Real Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Barcelona and played a part in the attacking move that led to Kylian Mbappé’s decisive goal. The coaching staff appear keen to manage his workload carefully to prevent the fatigue from worsening during a demanding run of fixtures.
Real Madrid are preparing to face Racing Santander on Sunday in La Liga before travelling to Greece for their Champions League meeting with AEK Athens. The packed schedule gives José Mourinho and his staff an additional reason to monitor the players’ physical condition, particularly those who have recently featured in demanding matches.
Güler was not the only player to work indoors. Federico Valverde also trained inside the club’s facilities after experiencing discomfort during the Barcelona match, while Raúl Asencio completed individual work on the pitch and Rodrygo continued his recovery programme, according to reports and the club’s training update.
Although the signs regarding Güler are encouraging, being available for the match does not necessarily mean he will start against Racing Santander. Mourinho has several midfield options and may choose to manage playing time to keep his squad fresh for the fixtures ahead.
The key point for Real Madrid supporters is that, according to the available reports, Güler’s absence from group training was related to muscle overload rather than an announced serious injury. His final status will depend on how his condition develops and how he feels ahead of the match, as Real Madrid look to build on their Clásico victory.
