Mertcan Ayhan (born 8 September 2006) is a professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for club Schalke 04. Born in Germany, he represents Turkey at international youth level.
Club career Ayhan signed a professional contract with Schalke 04 on 21 July 2025, lasting until June 2028. He made his first team debut for the club in the 2. Bundesliga in a 2–1 home win against Hertha BSC on 1 August 2025.
International career Ayhan has represented Turkey at under-17, under-18, under-19 and under-21 level.
Personal life Ayhan is the younger brother of Turkish international player Kaan Ayhan, who also started his professional football career at Schalke 04.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueDFB-PokalTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsSchalke 042025–262. Bundesliga270202902026–27Bundesliga201030Total29030320Schalke 04 II2025–26Regionalliga West10—10Career total30030330
Honours Schalke 04 2. Bundesliga: 2025–26
References
External links Profile at the Schalke 04 website