Turkish Footballers
Retained List tracks 1 Turkish footballers with a combined weekly wage of approximately £35,000. Altay Bayindir currently leads as the highest-paid Turkish player at £35,000/week.
Verified August 2026
| # | Player | Club | Position | Age | Contract | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Altay Bayindir | Manchester United | Goalkeeper | 28 | June 2027 | £35,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the highest-paid Turkish footballer?
Altay Bayindir is the highest-paid Turkish footballer on Retained List, earning £35,000 per week at Manchester United.
How many Turkish players are tracked on Retained List?
We track 1 senior Turkish footballers across the leagues we cover. The count updates whenever a player's nationality or club changes.
What is the combined wage bill of Turkish players?
The 1 Turkish players in our database earn a combined £35,000 per week in published wages. Annualised, that is roughly £1,820,000.
Which clubs employ the most Turkish players?
Club concentration varies by league and recruitment cycle. Filter the contract tracker by club, or scan the table above for the most common employers of Turkish players.
Does this list include dual-nationality Turkish players?
Players are tagged by the nationality recorded on their primary registration. Dual-national players appear under the nationality used by their senior international career, where applicable.