Real Madrid plans a strategic debut for a young star

Arda Güler is set to make his debut for Real Madrid against Mallorca on Wednesday evening, with the Spanish giants hoping to boost the young star’s confidence by introducing him to the home fans as reported by Marca.

Los Blancos’ plan to give the Turkish his debut in front of the home supporters is a strategic move, designed to help the youngster feel at ease in his new surroundings and gain confidence as he takes his first steps at one of the world’s most prestigious football clubs.

The first six months of Arda’s career at the white club is something he would like to forget.  He was forced to undergo surgery after partially tearing his meniscus on the pre-season tour in the United States, then suffered a thigh injury on the eve of his potential debut at the end of September.

It is no secret that adapting to life at the white club can be a daunting prospect for even the most experienced players, let alone one who is still just 18 years old like Güler. The pressure can be immense, the competition for places fierce and the expectations of fans sky-high.

But that is precisely why the 14-time European campions have decided to blood the player in this way. By giving him the chance to strut his stuff in front of the Bernabeu faithful, they hope to give him a taste of what it feels like to be part of such a historic and influential institution.

The Spanish club have faith in the players’s abilities and believe that he can make a meaningful contribution to the team this season. Whether this belief is justified or not remains to be seen; all eyes will be on the young Turk as he takes to the field on Wednesday night.