French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[Chilwell]

They have all it takes to win consecutive domestic games to take absolute control of the league, that way, they'll not be under pressure when the UEFA Champions League knockout stages kicks off.

They've won the European Championship for the second consecutive time, that's enough motivation to go all out for the third consecutive time even when we all know it'll be difficult to achieve.

I believe that this is the most important Champions League to win for Luis Enrique. It is my personal thought, but i believe that this represents much more than the others, simply because it would equal the number of consecutive Champions League titles won by Real Madrid, thus tying the record with the Spanish team, and becoming the most victorious coach in the entire history of Paris Saint-Germain.

Even right now Luis Enrique have earned that respect already as far as Paris Saint-Germain is concerned, they spent a lot in the past just win this trophy, getting all the best players together but still they couldn't make it. Luis Enrique have make a very good name in Paris Saint-Germain for winning champions league title two times in a row. If he can win it for the third time, honestly he will be name a great coach, which he was already but this time around is going to be different. Only Real Madrid has done it and if it can happen to Paris Saint-Germain honestly it will be a very big one, because no one expected to see them going as far as how it happened.

[Oluwa-btc]

I’ve seen reports that PSG is trying to sign Arda Güler for a fee of €115 million.
Arda is under contract until 2029, but it is said that Luis Enrique is very keen on the move due to Arda's versatile playing style.
If PSG signs Arda, he would become their third most expensive signing, following Neymar and Mbappé.

Where did you get your reports from?

As long as the information is not Fabrizio Romano and David Ornstein, then there's nothing happening or concrete about it. I have this feeling he will not see good game time under Jose Mourinho though. That don't mean, he wants to be sold out already. PSG are simply after that player from Ajax and then, Ferran Torres from Barcelona who will be leaving sooner than expected. Arda Güler goes nowhere, he is currently a Madrid player and will remain until there's a mutual agreement for him to leave completely.

[ingiltere]

Where did you get your reports from?

As long as the information is not Fabrizio Romano and David Ornstein, then there's nothing happening or concrete about it. I have this feeling he will not see good game time under Jose Mourinho though. That don't mean, he wants to be sold out already. PSG are simply after that player from Ajax and then, Ferran Torres from Barcelona who will be leaving sooner than expected. Arda Güler goes nowhere, he is currently a Madrid player and will remain until there's a mutual agreement for him to leave completely.

I call this bullcrap. Arda Güler is a good player but no team would pay €115 million for him, let's be real.

The source of these reports appears to be the Turkish media once again, which undermines their credibility. Maybe Mourinho really doesn't want Arda, maybe he's open to selling him, but I highly doubt PSG would make such a crazy offer. If they really want to sign him, I'm sure they could get him for much less.

Arda wouldn't even make the starting line-up on PSG's current roster. And no one would pay that kind of money just to get a bench player.

[Decimetre]

Where did you get your reports from?

As long as the information is not Fabrizio Romano and David Ornstein, then there's nothing happening or concrete about it. I have this feeling he will not see good game time under Jose Mourinho though. That don't mean, he wants to be sold out already. PSG are simply after that player from Ajax and then, Ferran Torres from Barcelona who will be leaving sooner than expected. Arda Güler goes nowhere, he is currently a Madrid player and will remain until there's a mutual agreement for him to leave completely.

I call this bullcrap. Arda Güler is a good player but no team would pay €115 million for him, let's be real.

The source of these reports appears to be the Turkish media once again, which undermines their credibility. Maybe Mourinho really doesn't want Arda, maybe he's open to selling him, but I highly doubt PSG would make such a crazy offer. If they really want to sign him, I'm sure they could get him for much less.

Arda wouldn't even make the starting line-up on PSG's current roster. And no one would pay that kind of money just to get a bench player.

I understand your stand about this Arda Guler because I also think he doesn't worth such amount at the first place. But this news is all over the internet (I haven't seen it on Fabrizio's page) already that PSG has already made an initial offer of €115 million to  bring him to Paris. The Madrid fans page https://www.facebook.com/100070235948369/posts/pfbid0wyDuTQPwuUK5rtxaQEstUzKWi1c7McPa2raju9ZjCw8VanmcpNVvid1KPU5GEt1Zl/ also has similar reports about this Arda of a guy. What makes this more interesting is the number of clubs linked to this move including Chelsea, Arsenal and Fenerbahce. His contract at real Madrid is still remaining about 2 years, so yeah, it's not unlikely. Real Madrid may want to pull up a business with the 21 years because he is still looking very promising. But I think PSG will be making a big mistake if they accept to sign him for such amount and it won't also be good for the young lad since he may not have enough playing time. If I was to suggest for him it will be that he should choose Chelsea where he will see more playing time. He is a promising talent and signing him on a long term will be useful for any team that gives him the support and patience he needs.

[Inwestour]

I call this bullcrap. Arda Güler is a good player but no team would pay €115 million for him, let's be real.

The source of these reports appears to be the Turkish media once again, which undermines their credibility. Maybe Mourinho really doesn't want Arda, maybe he's open to selling him, but I highly doubt PSG would make such a crazy offer. If they really want to sign him, I'm sure they could get him for much less.

Arda wouldn't even make the starting line-up on PSG's current roster. And no one would pay that kind of money just to get a bench player.

Some news sources are reporting that PSG have made an offer to Real Madrid for Arda Güler. However, for now he remains a Real Madrid player and is not going anywhere. I think Mourinho also understands how important young players like this are for the team, especially since Güler is currently a very good option off the bench. Mourinho certainly won’t want to lose a player like him right now.

[Frankolala]

I call this bullcrap. Arda Güler is a good player but no team would pay €115 million for him, let's be real.

The source of these reports appears to be the Turkish media once again, which undermines their credibility. Maybe Mourinho really doesn't want Arda, maybe he's open to selling him, but I highly doubt PSG would make such a crazy offer. If they really want to sign him, I'm sure they could get him for much less.

Arda wouldn't even make the starting line-up on PSG's current roster. And no one would pay that kind of money just to get a bench player.

Some news sources are reporting that PSG have made an offer to Real Madrid for Arda Güler. However, for now he remains a Real Madrid player and is not going anywhere. I think Mourinho also understands how important young players like this are for the team, especially since Güler is currently a very good option off the bench. Mourinho certainly won’t want to lose a player like him right now.

Of course, Arda Guler is a quality player with great potentials which will be the future play maker for Real Madrid. He has accurate passes with a good left foot. Real Madrid knows what they will miss if they allow PSG to sign him because Luis Enrique needs him desperately to be part of him team and PSG is also ready to pay any amount Real Madrid asks.

[Oluwa-btc]

I call this bullcrap. Arda Güler is a good player but no team would pay €115 million for him, let's be real.

The source of these reports appears to be the Turkish media once again, which undermines their credibility. Maybe Mourinho really doesn't want Arda, maybe he's open to selling him, but I highly doubt PSG would make such a crazy offer. If they really want to sign him, I'm sure they could get him for much less.

Arda wouldn't even make the starting line-up on PSG's current roster. And no one would pay that kind of money just to get a bench player.

Regardless of how the transfer market is inflated, Arda Güler is not worth this figure above but then, if Diomande is gotten from such outrageous price, I expect more for Arda Güler who doesn't just create but also score goals. The conclusion is that there's no such news and Arda Güler will be with Real Madrid this season. Jose Mourinho has no single likeness for lazy players and of he doesn't work hard, he might be axed.

The upcoming super cup finals between PSG and Aston Villa coming up on Wednesday. It is reported that the league one champions are now with all of their first team players. Makes me wondering if Nuno Mendes who was injured during the FIFA World Cup duties for Portugal is back from injury. I'm confident this will be another trophy to add to their trophy cabinet and collections.

[macson]

I’ve seen reports that PSG is trying to sign Arda Güler for a fee of €115 million.
Arda is under contract until 2029, but it is said that Luis Enrique is very keen on the move due to Arda's versatile playing style.
If PSG signs Arda, he would become their third most expensive signing, following Neymar and Mbappé.

Real Madrid simply won't let Arda Güler go to any other team. He's a young player with a lot of potential, and Real Madrid still wants him to stay with the team. Especially since Mourinho is still considering putting Arda in the starting lineup, he just won't be sold to any team.

Also, even if his transfer value is €115 million, I don't think that amount is enough for Real Madrid, because there's still a 20% clause on any future transfer for Arda Güler. Given Arda's potential, Real Madrid doesn't find that offer particularly attractive.

[len01]

I think Mourinho also understands how important young players like this are for the team, especially since Güler is currently a very good option off the bench.

PSG made the wrong decision by making an offer to Real Madrid for that young player. Even €200 million wouldn’t be enough for Real Madrid to let him join PSG. It’s not just about having a good backup player; we all know that Real Madrid don’t want PSG to surpass the record Madrid previously set in the UCL. So, no matter how much PSG offer, they simply won’t be able to get him for now.

[Audrey Simmons]

Some news sources are reporting that PSG have made an offer to Real Madrid for Arda Güler. However, for now he remains a Real Madrid player and is not going anywhere. I think Mourinho also understands how important young players like this are for the team, especially since Güler is currently a very good option off the bench. Mourinho certainly won’t want to lose a player like him right now.

It hasn't been officially confirmed by any of the club, but rumors has it as always. The same was rumor was carried on the transfer of Vinicius from Madrid to Arsenal, until the club confirms the information, everything is considered rumored.

Arda Güler is a versatile player for the team, Real Madrid doesn't have to lose the player for an amount they can afford. Madrid didn't spend much in this transfer window, they don't lack money and have enough for any player on their list, selling him is a loss for Madrid.

[puloweh555]

I’ve seen reports that PSG is trying to sign Arda Güler for a fee of €115 million.
Arda is under contract until 2029, but it is said that Luis Enrique is very keen on the move due to Arda's versatile playing style.
If PSG signs Arda, he would become their third most expensive signing, following Neymar and Mbappé.

Real Madrid simply won't let Arda Güler go to any other team. He's a young player with a lot of potential, and Real Madrid still wants him to stay with the team. Especially since Mourinho is still considering putting Arda in the starting lineup, he just won't be sold to any team.

Also, even if his transfer value is €115 million, I don't think that amount is enough for Real Madrid, because there's still a 20% clause on any future transfer for Arda Güler. Given Arda's potential, Real Madrid doesn't find that offer particularly attractive.

Yeah. Arda is already part of Mourinho project for next season, so it seems very unlikely that Arda will be let go to PSG. Even though the current rumors say that PSG has offered 115 million euros to Real Madrid for Arda, I think Mourinho can persuade Arda like he did with Vini, who eventually stayed at Madrid. That clause, if I'm not mistaken means that if Arda is sold for 115 million euros Fenerbahçe would get 23 million euros.

Besides that, what makes me sure Arda will stay in Madrid is that he has several times expressed that he wants to remain in Madrid, even back when he was still being coached by Ancelotti and didn’t often get playing minutes, he still chose to stay in Madrid. Moreover, during the preseason, Arda performed really impressively in matches against Fiorentina and Ferencváros. Guler played an important role in giving a positive impact and building the game while taking on the number 10 role given by Mourinho. Although Arda position in Madrid will compete with Jude for the first team, I think Arda will still stay in Madrid.