Mertcan Ayhan
Mercato XI valuation · €24.6M · October 2026
Current Team
Schalke 04
Mertcan Ayhan
Performance Summary
Season snapshot
Season Rating
Tackles / G
1.0
Int / G
0.0
Duel Win %
29%
Aerials Won
0
Clean Sheets
1
Pass Acc.
54.5%
Tackles
2
Interceptions
0
Appearances
2
Rating
6.41
Detailed stats
Player Statistics
Transfer History
Career moves for Mertcan Ayhan
Trophies & Honours
12. Bundesliga🥇
Winner · 2025/2026 · Schalke 04
About Mertcan Ayhan
Mertcan Ayhan is a 20-year-old Turkish centre back at Schalke 04, where he wears the number 43 shirt. Standing at 190cm and right-footed, he plays in Unknown.
Across 27 appearances and 1,937 minutes in the 2025/26 season, Mertcan Ayhan has contributed 43 tackles and 29 interceptions to his side's defensive work. Career honours include the 2. Bundesliga in 2025/2026.
As of October 2026, Mercato XI values Mertcan Ayhan at €24.6M, a figure that has remained broadly steady in recent months. Playing regularly in Unknown, a defined role at Schalke 04, and being at a productive age for a defender all support a positive outlook on his value. Read the methodology to learn more about how we estimate player value.
Frequently asked questions
What position does Mertcan Ayhan play?+
Mertcan Ayhan plays as a centre back for Schalke 04, and is 20 years old.
What are Mertcan Ayhan's stats for the 2025/26 season?+
In the 2025/26 season, Mertcan Ayhan has made 27 appearances in Unknown, contributing 43 tackles, 29 interceptions.
How is Mertcan Ayhan's 2026 market value calculated?+
Mercato XI estimates Mertcan Ayhan's market value with an AI model that weighs his on-pitch performance, age, and the strength of Unknown. The valuation is recalculated every month.