Serdar Kurtuluş
Footballer and Turkish national team player
Footballer and Turkish national team player
Born in 1987, a professional footballer played primarily as a defender. Started his career at İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyespor before moving to Beşiktaş in 2007. Contributed to Beşiktaş's championship victories in Süper Lig and Turkish Cup. Had a significant stint with the Turkish national team, earning multiple caps and participating in international competitions. Later played for clubs in the Turkish Süper Lig and participated in various leagues, showcasing consistent performance throughout his career.
Played for Beşiktaş S.K.
Competed with the Turkish national team
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