Kai Merk

Kai Merk (; born 28 August 1998) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Kyrgyz Club Dordoi Bishkek. Born in Germany, he represents the Kyrgyzstan national team.

His brother Kimi is also a footballer.

Club career Merk started his career with German side SV Elversberg, helping them win the 2018 Saarland Cup. In 2021, he signed for Pétange in the Luxembourg National Division.

On 3 July 2025, Dordoi Bishkek announced the singing of Merk on a contract until the end of the 2025 season.

International career Born in Germany, Merk is of Kyrgyzstani descent through his father. He was called up to the Kyrgyzstan national team in March 2023.

No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition 1. 16 November 2023 Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 3–1 3–4 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification 2. 21 March 2024 Nanzih Football Stadium, Kaohsiung, Taiwan 2–0 2–0 3. 10 June 2025 Dolen Omurzakov Stadium, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan 1–1 1–1 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification