Arda Guler has decided against a transfer to Arsenal, opting to extend his contract with Real Madrid instead. The 21-year-old Turkish international had attracted interest from several top Premier League clubs, including Arsenal and Manchester City, over the summer. Both clubs engaged in discussions with his representatives regarding a potential move, but Guler has chosen to remain at the Bernabeu, where he has reached an agreement for a two-year contract extension that will keep him at the club until 2031.
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During contract negotiations, Guler received assurances about his first-team role, which contributed to his decision to stay. Consequently, any prospect of a move to Arsenal or Manchester City is now off the table.
In related news, Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho confirmed that Endrick will not be loaned out in January, despite limited playing time this season. Endrick recently made an impactful appearance off the bench, scoring the equaliser in a Champions League match against AS Roma. Mourinho expressed strong support for the young striker, stating that anyone interested in him would need to face significant opposition.