Turkey’s World Cup plans in jeopardy as Real Madrid star suffers significant tear

Turkey’s World Cup plans in jeopardy as Real Madrid star suffers significant tear

Real Madrid are concerned that Arda Guler could miss the remainder of the season after suffering a hamstring injury, although there is optimism he could still feature at the World Cup.

The 21-year-old midfielder sustained the issue during Madrid’s recent La Liga fixture against Alaves, where he was forced off midway through the second half.

Subsequent medical tests confirmed a muscle injury in the biceps femoris of his right leg, with the club acknowledging the setback following further assessment.

Early indications suggest the injury is serious enough to rule Guler out for the final weeks of the domestic campaign.

That would represent a significant blow for Madrid as they approach a decisive period in the title race.

Alvaro Arbeloa’s side currently sit second in La Liga and are preparing for a crucial run of fixtures, including a high-stakes Clasico against Barcelona.

Guler has been an increasingly important part of Madrid’s attacking setup this season, contributing both creativity and goals.

He has made 50 appearances across all competitions, scoring six times and registering 14 assists.

His absence would therefore remove a key option in midfield and attack during the closing stages of the season.

Despite the setback at club level, there is cautious optimism regarding his availability for the World Cup with Turkey.

Sources close to the player believe he still has enough time to recover before the tournament begins in June.