Yunus Mallı is a Turkish-German football player born in 1992.
He plays as an attacking midfielder for Mainz 05 II and the Turkey national team.
Mallı joined VfL Wolfsburg in January 2017 after signing a 4.5-year deal.
Biography
Early Life
Yunus Mallı was born in 1992 in Germany, where he began his journey in football. His early career saw him rise through the ranks of various youth teams, showcasing his talent as a midfielder.
Career
Mallı's professional career kicked off at Borussia Mönchengladbach II in 2010, where he played until 2011 before moving to 1. FSV Mainz 05, where he continued to develop his skills from 2011 to 2013. His impressive performances earned him a spot on the Germany national youth teams, where he accumulated 30 caps across various age levels, including the U21 team. In 2015, he made a significant decision to represent Turkey at the senior level, debuting in a friendly match against Qatar. He was also part of the Turkey squad for Euro 2016.
After his time at Mainz, Mallı joined VfL Wolfsburg in January 2017, signing a 4.5-year deal. His career continued to evolve as he signed with Kasımpaşa in July 2022 and later with Konyaspor in August 2023. In a full-circle moment, he returned to Mainz to play for Mainz 05 II in September 2025.
Legacy
Yunus Mallı's journey reflects a blend of cultural heritage and sporting excellence, transitioning from a promising youth player in Germany to a key figure in Turkish football. His ability to adapt and thrive in different leagues and teams highlights his dedication and skill as a professional footballer.
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Career & Clubs
On 5 January 2017, Mallı joined VfL Wolfsburg after signing a 4+1⁄2-year deal. In July 2022, Mallı signed with Kasımpaşa. On 1 August 2023, he signed with the Süper Lig club Konyaspor. On 1st September 2025, Mallı returned to Mainz to play for Mainz 05 II.
Mallı has 30 caps for Germany youth teams, including 11 for Germany U21. He made his debut on 11 November 2013, playing the second half in a win against Montenegro U21. On 6 November 2015, Mallı was selected for the Turkey national team to play friendlies against Qatar and Greece respectively. He was part of Euro 2016 squad of the Turkey national football team.
As of 31 January 2021
International
As of 19 August 2020
Scores and results list Turkey's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Mallı goal.
- Club
- 1. FSV Mainz 05 (2011–2013)
- Club
- Borussia Mönchengladbach II (2010–2011)
- Club
- Germany national under-21 football team (2013–2015)
- Club
- Turkey men's national football team (2015–)
- Club
- Germany national under-17 association football team (2008–2009)
- Club
- Germany national under-18 football team (2009–2010)
- Club
- Germany national under-19 football team (2010–2011)
- Club
- Germany national under-20 football team (2012–2012)
- League
- Bundesliga
- National team
- Germany
Clubs
- Turkey men's national football team2015current
- Germany national under-17 association football team2008–2009
- Germany national under-18 football team2009–2010
- Borussia Mönchengladbach II2010–2011
- Germany national under-19 football team2010–2011
- 1. FSV Mainz 052011–2013
- Germany national under-20 football team2012–2012
- Germany national under-21 football team2013–2015
Played together with
- Aaron Seydel1. FSV Mainz 05 · 2015
Aarón Martín1. FSV Mainz 05 · 2019–2023- Abdelaziz Ahanfouf1. FSV Mainz 05 · 2002–2002
- Abderrahim Ouakili1. FSV Mainz 05 · 1994–1997
- Abderrahim Ouakili1. FSV Mainz 05 · 2000–2001
- Abderrahim Ouakili1. FSV Mainz 05 · 2001–2001
Abdou Diallo1. FSV Mainz 05 · 2017–2018- Adrian Spyrka1. FSV Mainz 05 · 1996–2002
- Adriano Grimaldi1. FSV Mainz 05 · 2009–2011
- Ahmet Gürleyen1. FSV Mainz 05
- Aleksandr Karatayev1. FSV Mainz 05 · 1996–1997
Alex Elliott1. FSV Mainz 05 · 2008–2010
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Identifiers & aliases
Yunus Mallı is a professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Regionalliga Südwest club Mainz 05 II and the Turkey national team. Born in Germany, and a former German youth international, he plays for the Turkey national team.
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