Known for its passionate fans, the Turkish league has always attracted the attention of great players. Regularly maintaining a high level of competitiveness, the best players in Turkey are very experienced and are always decisive for their teams.
Clubs have developed promising players, signed some gambles and also brought in established names from international soccer to further raise the level of the league. In this article we will get to know the best players in Turkey, their past and present achievements.
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TOP 10 | Best players in Turkey: career, titles and records
Here is a list of the best players in Turkey at the moment:
- Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray).
- Sofyan Amrabat (Fenerbahçe)
- Barış Alper Yılmaz
- Gabriel Sara (Galatasaray)
- Allan Saint-Maximin (Fenerbahçe)
- Gedson Fernandes (Besiktas JK)
- Mauro Icardi (Galatasaray)
- Ciro Immobile (Besiktas JK)
- Dusan Tadic (Fenerbahçe)
- Edin Dzeko (Fenerbahçe)
Read on to discover the careers and track records of best players in Turkey.
1. Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray)
Victor Osimhen, a 25-year-old Nigerian striker, is one of the biggest stars of Turkish soccer and currently plays on loan at Galatasaray.
Osimhen began his career at German Bundesliga side Wolfsburg, then made a name for himself at Belgian side Charleroi, before shining at French side Lille.
His talents took him to Italian side Napoli, where he reached his best moment to date: he became Serie A champion in the 2022-23 season, finished as top scorer with 26 goals and was voted the league’s best striker. These achievements also earned him the 2023 African Footballer of the Year award.
Now at Galatasaray, Osimhen brings impressive credentials and huge potential to become one of Turkey’s best players and contribute to the club as one of the top talents of his generation.
2.Sofyan Amrabat (Fenerbahçe).
Sofyan Amrabat began his career at smaller clubs in the Netherlands and excelled at FC Utrecht, which led him to Feyenoord, where he won the KNVB Cup in 2017-18.
After spells with Club Brugge and Italian side Fiorentina, Amrabat shone internationally with the Morocco national team at the 2022 World Cup, helping the team reach the semifinals.
This performance caught the attention of Premier League side Manchester United, who signed him in 2023.
In August 2024 he was loaned to Fenerbahçe, where he quickly became one of the best players in Turkey.
Amrabat stands out for his physical intensity, his excellent reading of the game and his ability to break up rival attacks, establishing himself as a key player in Fenerbahçe’s midfield.
3. Barış Alper Yılmaz (Galatasaray).
Barış Alper Yılmaz, just 24 years old, began his career in Turkish soccer at Ankara Demirspor and Keçiörengücü, before signing for Galatasaray in 2021.
The young striker has important characteristics such as speed and one-on-one ability, playing a crucial role in attack.
Even in a short space of time, Yilmaz has already established himself as one of the best players in Turkey, being twice national champion with Galatasaray (2022-23 and 2023-24), as well as winning the Turkish Super Cup in 2023.
Titles with Galatasaray
- Super Lig : 2022-23 and 2023-24
- Turkish Super Cup : 2023
4. Gabriel Sara (Galatasaray)
Brazilian midfielder Gabriel Sara began his career at São Paulo, where he stood out for his vision and refined technique.
In 2022, he was signed by English club Norwich, and although the club from the east of England failed to win promotion to the Premier League. Still, Sara performed excellently and was pickedfrom the team for the 2023-2024 season.
This success caught the attention of Galatasaray, who signed him in August 2024 for around €26 million. At the Turkish club, the star has established himself as a benchmark in midfield, bringing creativity and dynamism to the team.
5. Allan Saint-Maximin (Fenerbahçe)
Allan Saint-Maximin began his career in French soccer, excelling at clubs such as Saint Etienne, Monaco and Nice in Ligue 1, later moving to Newcastle United.
In 2023 he was signed by Al Ahli for €35 million and, in July 2024, he was loaned to Fenerbahçe, where he quickly stood out for his speed and impressive dribbling, being a constant threat to opponents.
6. Gedson Fernandes (Besiktas JK)
Gedson Fernandes, midfielder, began his career at Benfica in the Portuguese league, where he excelled as a versatile midfielder.
After a spell at Tottenham and a brief spell at Galatasaray, he was signed by Besiktas JK in 2022.
Fernandes is renowned for his vision and ability to distribute the ball, making the team more strategic and assertive.
He has already won the Portuguese League and is considered one of the best young players in Portugal, showing great potential to shine in European soccer.
7. Mauro Icardi (Galatasaray).
Center forward Mauro Icardi has had an outstanding career in Europe, playing for clubs such as PSG, Sampdoria and Inter Milan, where he became top scorer in the league twice, in the 2014-2015 and 2017-2018 seasons.
In 2022, the Argentine striker signed for Galatasaray on loan and quickly established himself as one of the team’s top scorers, being signed permanently in 2023 for €10 million.
Icardi possesses great finishing ability and presence in the box, winning titles such as the French Championship and the Turkish Championship for Galatasaray in the 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons. His experience and talent make him one of the best players in Turkey.
Titles with Galatasaray:
- Süper Lig: 2022-23 and 2023-24.
- Turkish Super Cup: 2023
8. Ciro Immobile (Besiktas JK)
Center forward Ciro Immobile is one of the great strikers of his generation and, of course, one of Turkey’s best players.
The star started his career at Juventus and rose to fame at Torino, both Italian teams. However, his best moment in Italy was playing for Lazio, where he became top scorer in the league in 3 seasons, as well as top scorer in the Europa League the 2017-2018 season.
Known for his eye for goal and finishing ability, Immobile has also been awarded best striker in Italian Serie A twice.
In 2024, the No. 9 signed for Besiktas JK bringing all his experience and technique, consolidating his position as the top scorer in the Turkish league.
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9. Dusan Tadic (Fenerbahçe)
Dusan Tadic, midfielder, began his career in Dutch soccer, playing for Groningen and Twente, before shining at Southampton.
In 2020, he signed for Ajax, with whom he won several titles, including the third Eredivisie title.
In 2023, he signed for Fenerbahçe, where he is the great playmaker and leader on the pitch.
Tadic is known for his vision and passing ability, and is considered one of the best midfielders and one of the best players in Turkey.
10. Edin Dzeko (Fenerbahce)
Edin Dzeko has had a successful career: he started at Zeljeznicar, moved to Wolfsburg and Manchester City, with whom he won the Premier League twice.
In 2021 he signed for Italian side Internazionale and in 2023 he joined Fenerbahçe.
Known for his finishing ability and physical presence, Dzeko has been top scorer in several competitions, including the Bundesliga, the Serie A, Europa League and Nations League.
His experience and leadership are undoubtedly essential for the team, which is aiming to win major titles in Turkey.
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