Arda Okan Kurtulan

Arda Okan Kurtulan is Göztepe’s Gold-tier Wall. The Istanbul-born defender came through the Fenerbahçe system, learned the trade across several loan spells and, without a trophy to his name yet, has built a reputation as a low-profile but reliable presence. His move to Göztepe with a long contract turned him into a central pillar rather than a short-term solution.

This season is all about solidity and trust. Nineteen appearances and 1,618 minutes, with the main card in 10 of those matches, underline how central he is to the game plan. His strongest dimension is Workrate, and it shows in how often he steps into duels and covers ground to keep the back line compact. An overall rating of 50 and season ability of 39 sketch a stable, honest defender, while a form score rocketing to 100 signals he is hitting top form at the right time. Three goals in his last five outings add a surprising scoring threat from deep for a supposed pure Wall.

That impact is reflected in his market value. Priced around €1M with an upward trend, he is turning solid minutes into real currency. With no silverware yet, every crunch match offers another chance to prove he can be the defensive anchor for a side with bigger ambitions.