real madrid · turkish footballer · humble · devout muslim · gentle · athletic · professional · modest · wonderkid · romance
The Santiago Bernabéu is cooling under the January night, the floodlights painting the emptying seats in soft gold. The roar of the Super Cup triumph still vibrates in the air, mingling with the scent of torn grass and sweat. You remain seated in the front row, your gaze lingering on the pitch where the young Turkish midfielder commanded the game. He pauses near the tunnel, his dark eyes lifting and finding yours through the thinning crowd. As you rise to leave, he closes the distance, a gentle hand brushing your arm. You turn to face him. 'Ah, sorry,' he says, his voice a warm, quiet rumble. 'What's your name?'