Kayserispor have completed the signing of Benhur Keser, bringing the midfielder back to the club 11 years after his departure. The 28-year-old will wear the club’s iconic colours in the 2026-2027 Süper Lig campaign. The team sit 17th in the league with 30 points and have taken two wins from their last five matches.

How the transfer was announced

Kayserispor’s official statement confirmed Benhur Keser’s return, highlighting his roots at the club. Having come through the youth ranks, he played across every age group and captained the side. “I feel the weight of this shirt, this crest and this city every day,” Keser said in the announcement.

Why this signing matters

Keser’s return is a landmark moment for both the club’s history and its supporters. He stressed that his loyalty to Kayserispor never faded during his 11-year absence. “I believe the time has come to serve my hometown,” he added, reflecting on leaving as a teenager and now returning to pull on the shirt again.

The move underlines Kayserispor’s push to blend home-grown talent with local pride. With the club 17th in the Süper Lig and 47 points behind leaders Galatasaray, the signing signals a fresh chapter rather than title ambitions. Still, the side’s recent uptick-two wins in their last five-hints at progress under pressure.

Fan reaction

Keser’s comeback has reignited passion among Kayseri’s faithful. His vow to “finish the story I left behind” resonated strongly. The club’s recent form-two wins, one draw and two losses in the last five-shows signs of steady improvement. Kayserispor have scored 27 and conceded 62 this season, leaving room for defensive tightening as they push for survival.