20.11.2025 11:55
In the investigation of illegal betting in football, it has been revealed that 20-year-old football player Rüzgar Derici, who received a 12-month ban, is the brother of famous singer İrem Derici.
One of the names penalized in the extensive illegal betting investigation conducted in football has drawn public attention. The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) announced in its meeting on November 18, 2025, that 282 football players have been referred to the disciplinary board. One of these names is 20-year-old Rüzgar Derici, who plays for Kırklarelispor.
IT HAS BEEN REVEALED THAT HE IS THE BROTHER OF İREM DERİCİ
Another detail that caught the public's attention after the penalty is that Rüzgar Derici is the brother of famous singer İrem Derici.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM TFF
The Turkish Football Federation announced its decision made in the meeting numbered 28 on 18.11.2025 with the following statements:
"It has been decided to penalize Rüzgar Derici with a 12-month deprivation of rights in accordance with Article 57/2 of the FDT due to the betting action."
HOW WILL THE PROCESS WORK?
As a result of the penalty, the young football player will not be able to take the field for one year and will not be able to participate in team activities. How the investigation will progress for other individuals is being closely followed. The incident has made a significant impact both in the football community and in the entertainment world.
WHO IS RÜZGAR DERİCİ?
Born on December 24, 2004, Rüzgar Derici started football in 2016 in the youth team of Sarıyerspor. He then played for clubs such as Küçükçekmece Sinop Spor A.Ş., Darıca Gençlerbirliği, and Büyükçekmece Tepecik Spor. Transferring to Granny's Waffles Kırklarelispor in January 2025, Derici has played for many teams in his professional career.
The fact that the 20-year-old young football player will have to take a one-year break from his career will directly affect his development and form. Derici, who will be away from the fields during the penalty period, has also been excluded from the squad by the club.