Kenan Karaman

On 29 April 2014, Karaman signed a pre-contract agreement with Hannover 96 effective 1 July 2014. Since his contract at Hoffenheim had expired, he was able to join Hannover on a free transfer and signed for three years until 2017. On 18 May 2018, Karaman joined newly promoted Fortuna Düsseldorf from 2.Bundesliga on a free transfer for a three-year deal. He was given the number 11 shirt. He left Fortuna upon the expiration of his contract on 24 May 2021. On 1 September 2022, Karaman signed a three-year contract with Bundesliga side Schalke 04. On 5 July 2024, he extended his contract until 2028. He was appointed team's captain under head coach Karel Geraerts at the beginning of the 2024–25 season. On 2 May 2026, he scored the only goal in a 1–0 victory over Fortuna Düsseldorf, securing his club's promotion to the Bundesliga as champions of the 2025–26 season.

Karaman made his senior debut for the senior Turkey national football team in a friendly 2–0 loss to Romania on 9 November 2017.

Club

As of match played 5 September 2026

International

Scores and results list Turkey's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Karaman goal.

Beşiktaş

Turkish Super Cup: 2021 Schalke 04

2. Bundesliga: 2025–26