An insight into the extent of the muscular growth to have been enjoyed by Real Madrid youngster Arda Güler across the season to date has today been provided.
Midfielder Güler, of course, linked up with La Liga giants Real Madrid last summer, from Turkish giants Fenerbahçe.
Despite having arrived with great expectations on his young shoulders, however, the 19-year-old’s time in Spain’s capital has since proven something of an underwhelming affair.
Though Güler has showcased flashes of the undoubted magic contained in his twinkling feet, the Turk, for the most part, has been restricted to just occasional cameo appearances off the bench.
This comes in large part owing to the intense competition for places in Carlo Ancelotti’s squad.
In addition, though, it was repeatedly noted by Real’s boss that Güler’s physical condition required improving.
As per a report from Cadena SER, the midfield prodigy arrived in Spain last summer weighing just 62 kilograms.
His consistent muscular issues were attributed in no small part to as much, with Güler, as a result, having been provided with a personalised gym programme, to both increase his strength, and reduce the chances of futures fitness problems.
And, evidently, as much has worked a treat thus far.
SER have confirmed that the former Fenerbahçe favourite has already added a considerable eight kilograms of muscle mass to his frame.
Güler now sits at a weight of 70 kilograms.
His impressive transformation can be seen clearly in the photos below, showcasing the Turkish international upon his initial arrival at Real, and today, looking altogether more ready to contribute for Los Blancos:
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