Real Madrid star spotted playing padel on holiday at luxurious Cullinan Belek resort in Turkey
The player in question joined Los Blancos from Fenerbahce in 2023 having come through the Super Lig side's academy and made 32 league appearances before a move to LaLiga.
He is viewed as one of the hottest young prospects in world football at the age of 20 and is tipped for greatness.
That individual is none other than Arda Guler, who was seen enjoying a game of padel at the Cullinan Belek resort, 25 miles east of Antalya.
He enjoyed a well-deserved break at this distinguished destination, which is popular with a number of high-profile athletes.
The Turkish star also took an interest in one of the world's fastest-growing sports in padel, which has been popular in Spain particularly for a number of years but is now becoming more commonplace across the globe.
Arda Guler has been spotted playing padel at the Cullinan Belek resort in Turkey
Maintaining his fitness even while on holiday, Guler put his lungs to the test on Cullinan Belek's professional padel courts.
Combining luxury with dynamism, Cullinan Belek continues to offer a unique atmosphere to its clientele.
That provides the opportunity for both rest and relaxation while allowing top-tier athletes and guests the chance to stay active throughout their stay.
Having competed at the Club World Cup, Real Madrid will return to domestic action on August 19.
Their first match of the 2025-26 season sees them host Osasuna as they look to regain the LaLiga title from fierce rivals Barcelona.
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