Jansin Turgut
Quick Facts
Biography
Jansin Turgut (born 8 March 1996) is a Turkey international rugby league footballer who plays as a back row forward. He previously played for Hull FC and Salford. Turgut captained the Turkish national team during their international debut at the 2018 Emerging Nations World Championship. On 21 May 2019, it was reported that Turgut had fallen three storeys; attaining severe injuries and being put on life support.
Background
Turgut was born in Kingston upon Hull, Humberside, England, and is of Turkish descent through his father.
Playing career
Early career
Turgut represented England Academy (u18) against the Australian Schoolboys in 2014.
Hull
Turgut made his Hull F.C. début on 5 March 2015 in a Super League match against Leeds Rhinos at the KC Stadium.
Doncaster
In 2015, Turgut was dual registered with Championship club Doncaster. He made his Dons début on 15 March 2015 in a match against Hunslet.
Salford
Turgut joined Salford Red Devils "on a short-term deal" towards the end of the 2018 season.