Anıl Yüksel (born 1999) is a Turkish professional basketball player who plays as a point guard for Manisa BB in the Basketbol Süper Ligi (BSL), the top-tier basketball league in Turkey.
Early Life and Youth Career Yüksel began his basketball journey in the highly regarded youth academy of Fenerbahçe, one of Turkey's most prominent sports clubs. His development through their system prepared him for a professional career.
Professional Career Yüksel commenced his professional career with Pınar Karşıyaka, joining the İzmir-based team in 2018. He spent three seasons with Karşıyaka, until 2021, gaining valuable experience in the Basketbol Süper Ligi (BSL).
For the 2021-2022 season, Yüksel transferred to Konyaspor, where he continued to play in the BSL, further developing his skills as a professional. He then moved to Frutti Extra Bursaspor for the 2022-2023 season. With Bursaspor, Yüksel not only competed domestically in the BSL but also participated in the EuroCup, a significant international club competition in Europe, broadening his experience on a continental stage.
In 2023, Anıl Yüksel signed with Manisa BB, where he continues his career as a key player in the team's backcourt rotation within the BSL.
Playing Style As a point guard, Yüksel is typically responsible for orchestrating the team's offense, known for his ability to handle the ball, create opportunities for teammates, and contribute to scoring.