He currently plays for Kirsehir Koyhizmetleri, wearing the number 45 shirt. He plays primarily as a Defender. His current market value is estimated at 75K .

His most recent move was a from Nazillispor to Kirsehir Koyhizmetleri on 2024-08-29.

Throughout the Turkish Third League 2025-2026, Y. Karakaya featured in 23 matches, averaging 0 tackles, 0 interceptions, and 0 clearances per game, while blocking 0 shots per game.