OFFICIAL: Arda Güler Named Champions League Young Player of the Season

Arda Güler has been officially named the UEFA Champions League Young Player of the Season for the 2025/26 campaign, following an impressive breakout year with Real Madrid.

The 20-year-old Turkish international earned the recognition after a series of standout performances in Europe’s top club competition.

UEFA confirmed the award on Sunday, shortly after the conclusion of the Champions League season. In the same awards announcement, Georgia international Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was named Player of the Season after playing a key role in Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League-winning campaign.