Emirhan İlkhan

Key strength: Work rate

Box-to-box midfielder

At just 21 years old, Emirhan İlkhan is quietly making his mark at Torino FC, carving out a niche in one of Serie A's most competitive midfields. With 13 appearances and 670 minutes under his belt, the young Turkish box-to-box midfielder has contributed 1 goal and 1 assist—a modest return that belies his true value to Paolo Vanoli's side. While Torino languishes in 13th position and struggles for consistency, İlkhan's relentless work rate and willingness to cover ground have earned him opportunities amid established stars like Nikola Vlašić (70 rating) and Cesare Casadei (73 rating). He's the engine that allows more creative talents to flourish, breaking up opposition play before driving forward with purpose. Valued at €1.5 million, İlkhan represents the classic modern developmental project: raw, energetic, and hungry. Every minute on the pitch is a learning opportunity against seasoned Serie A opposition, and his box-to-box dynamism suggests a player still discovering his ceiling. For Torino supporters, he offers hope that from the depths of mid-table obscurity, future cornerstones can emerge.