Real Madrid's rising star, Arda Guler, has shed light on his respectful demeanor towards seasoned teammates Luka Modric and Toni Kroos, attributing it to his deeply ingrained family values.
He said. "I can't call him Luka, I can't call him Toni, they are older". They deserved respect.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the 19-year-old, who recently made headlines with his debut La Liga goal against Real Sociedad, emphasized the significance of humility and deference in his interactions with the senior players.
Guler's historic goal, secured on his maiden league start for Los Blancos, proved pivotal in clinching a crucial one-nil victory, bolstering Madrid's position at the summit of La Liga.
Despite facing setbacks like injuries and limited playing time, Guler's perseverance bore fruit, catapulting him into the spotlight as a promising talent for the Spanish giants.
As Real Madrid braces for a pivotal UEFA Champions League semi-final encounter against Bayern Munich, Guler stands poised to make further contributions to the team's pursuit of European glory.
Reflecting on his relationship with Modric and Kroos, Guler articulated his reluctance to address them by their first names, citing his upbringing's emphasis on respecting elders. For him, the appropriate term for the duo is 'brothers,' a sentiment reciprocated by the senior players themselves.
Expressing his elation after his memorable goal against Sociedad, Guler extended gratitude to his teammates and coach Carlo Ancelotti for their support and guidance.