Hassan Kurucay
Schalke 04/D/
TurkeyPlayer Info
Hassan Kurucay is a Turkish defender currently showcasing his talents with the historic German club, Schalke 04. Born on August 31, 1997, the 28-year-old stands at an imposing 187 cm and is primarily a center-back, also capable of playing at left-back. His substantial market value reflects his quality and potential, likely developed in Turkish academies before his move to Germany. Kurucay’s game is built on physical strength, aerial dominance, and comfort in playing out from the back, attributes highly valued in modern defending. At Schalke, he has faced the intense pressure of playing for a club with massive expectations, a challenge that has further honed his skills. While competing in the 2. Bundesliga, his performances have been key in Schalke's defensive record and push for promotion. He represents the new generation of Turkish defenders making their mark in European football, combining traditional defensive grit with technical proficiency.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/07/28
Oud-Heverlee Leuven
Schalke 04Signed
2024/09/05
Free PlayerOud-Heverlee LeuvenSigned
2024/06/30
Eintracht BraunschweigFree PlayerTerminated
2023/01/23
Ham-KamEintracht BraunschweigSigned
2021/01/18
StrommenHam-KamSigned
2020/03/30
Florø SKStrommenSigned
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
Schalke 04Bundesliga2026-2027
Matches
Games Played
4
Games Started
4
Minutes Per Game
316
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
0
Accurate Passes Per Game
100
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
13
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
1
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
18
Interceptions Per Game
1
Clearances Per Game
22
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
1
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
4
Be Fouled Per Game
1