Kerem Kurşun Mardin 1969 Spor Scout Report
Kerem Kurşun
Quick Answer
A holding midfielder raised in Switzerland who went on to captain İskenderunspor. He signed a three-year contract with Mardin 1969 Spor in summer 2026.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Kerem Kurşun |
| Date of birth | Unknown |
| Age | 25 |
| Place of birth | İskenderun |
| Nationality | Turkey / Switzerland |
| Primary position | Defensive Midfielder |
| Shirt number | None |
| Current club | Mardin 1969 Spor (July 2026) |
| Contract status | Three-year deal (2026-2029) |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Youth | Swiss clubs | Began his football career in Switzerland |
| Previous club | İskenderunspor | Served as captain |
| July 2026 | Mardin 1969 Spor | Signed on a three-year contract |
Kerem Kurşun is a holding midfielder who grew up in Switzerland before later captaining İskenderunspor. He joined Mardin 1969 Spor on a three-year deal in summer 2026, training for the first time alongside fellow new signings Baba Alhassan and Olarenwaju Kayode.
Playing Style & Assessment
Known for his captaincy experience, capable of taking on ball-winning and game-management duties in front of the back line.
Strengths
- Leadership — Having captained İskenderunspor shows he can take on responsibility within a team
- Club trust — The long, three-year contract signals the club’s confidence in him
Development Areas
- Top-flight experience — No concrete performance data yet at TFF 1st League level
- Lack of detailed statistics — Limited access to season-by-season numerical data in public sources
Level Projection
Verdict: With his three-year contract, he is expected to be central to the club’s midfield planning, with potential for a regular starting role in the TFF 1st League.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | TFF 1st League standard |
| Primary role | Defensive Midfielder |
| Transfer cost | Data insufficient |
| Key strength | Leadership |
| Key risk | Top-flight experience |
| Scout verdict | A signing that fits into the club’s medium-term midfield plans, standing out for his leadership qualities. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kerem Kurşun? A holding midfielder raised in Switzerland who captained İskenderunspor before signing for Mardin 1969 Spor in summer 2026.
How long is his contract? The deal signed in summer 2026 runs for three years.
Sources & Methodology
This report was compiled by cross-referencing Transfermarkt, the club’s official profile page, Wikipedia and accessible football data platforms. Tactical commentary and the level projection are GegenSports editorial assessments.
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