Overview

• AC Milan officially unveiled the 19-year-old left-back for its reserve side on August 13.
• Karaca declined a senior contract from Schalke 04 after eleven years in its academy and youth ranks.
• The Turkish youth international is set to compete in Italy’s fourth tier before a potential first-team promotion.
• Schalke will receive a training compensation payment under FIFA rules despite the fee-free nature of the move.
• Karaca posted an Instagram farewell thanking coaches, teammates and fans for eleven unforgettable years at Schalke.