The salaries of Turkey national team stars have been revealed based on Capology data for the 2026-2027 season. Players like Arda Güler, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Kenan Yıldız and Merih Demiral were ranked according to their annual earnings.
Who Made the List and How Much Do They Earn?
Deniz Gül, who plays for Porto, is at the bottom of the list in 10th place with a weekly wage of €6,731 and an annual salary of €350,000. Can Uzun of Eintracht Frankfurt ranks ninth, earning €25,385 per week and €1,320,000 per year. Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayındır is eighth, with a weekly wage of €41,650 and an annual salary of €2,165,800.
Who Tops the Salary List?
Merih Demiral leads the list. The defender playing for Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League earns a weekly wage of €230,769 and an annual salary of €12,000,000 – the highest among Turkish internationals. Juventus duo Kenan Yıldız and Hakan Çalhanoğlu share second place, each earning €213,654 per week and €11,110,000 per year.
Where Do Arda Güler and Ferdi Kadıoğlu Stand?
Arda Güler at Real Madrid is fifth, earning €100,192 weekly and €5,210,000 annually. Ferdi Kadıoğlu at Brighton is fourth, with a weekly wage of €102,000 and an annual salary of €5,308,325. Both young players are emerging as leaders of the new generation.
What Do These Figures Mean for the National Team?
These salary figures reflect the players’ market value and their status at top European clubs. The majority of players listed in Turkey’s squad page are gaining experience in high-pressure environments abroad. This experience could directly influence their performances in the upcoming 2026 World Cup preparations, which can be followed via the fixtures page. Furthermore, comparing this financial data with historical performance metrics on the stats page allows for deeper analysis of how economic strength translates into on-pitch impact.
