Merih Demiral is a professional football player from Turkey, born on March 5, 1997. He plays as a central defender and is known for his strong physical presence and defensive skills. Demiral began his career in the youth teams of Alanyaspor before moving to Portugal to play for Sporting CP. In 2019, he joined Sassuolo in Italy, where he gained recognition for his performances in Serie A. His impressive play earned him a transfer to Juventus in 2020, one of the top clubs in Italy. Demiral has also represented the Turkish national team in various international competitions.