The Turkish international star of Real Madrid, Arda Güler, denied the statements made by Serhat Pekmezci, the former scouting director at the Turkish club Fenerbahçe, who was credited with discovering and assisting him in his early days.

Serhat Pekmezci made controversial statements claiming that Güler was subjected to harsh treatment and professional bullying by some Real Madrid players in the locker room, emphasizing that there is a group of players with high arrogance who did not accept the Turkish star.

Guler issued a statement denying these remarks, saying: "I have followed with sadness the recent public statements made by the former scouting director, Mr. Seherat Bekmezci, who played an important role at the start of my career."

He added: "From my first day, I received a warm welcome from everyone inside this club, and I have always considered this place as a family. I am very proud to be a Real Madrid player and I hope to have the honor of serving this emblem for many years to come."

He continued, "We have a very strong team, and I am pleased and honored to be part of the same team with all my colleagues."

He concluded: "I urge everyone not to pay attention to any comments or reports, whether written or spoken, regarding this matter."