Turkish Super Lig club Fenerbahçe have initiated talks to renew the contract of Nigerian defender Bright Osayi-Samuel, who has attracted interest from English clubs.
.According to Turkish media outlet NTVSpor, Fenerbahce have invited Osayi-Samuel’s agent to Istanbul to negotiate an extension for the Nigerian defender.
The 26-year-old’s impressive performances for the Yellow Canaries have caught the attention of several English Championship clubs.
“Fenerbahçe pressed the button to renew the contracts of İrfan Can Kahveci and Bright Osayi-Samuel. The yellow-dark-blue team has invited the managers of both players to Istanbul to discuss new offers,” NTVSpor reported.
Osayi-Samuel’s current contract with Fenerbahçe expires at the end of the season, making him a potential free agent in January. This situation has prompted Fenerbahçe to take action to secure his long-term future.
However, negotiations have been hindered by differences in wage demands. Osayi-Samuel is seeking an annual salary of €2.5 million, while Fenerbahçe has offered €1.5 million.
Despite the contract negotiations, Osayi-Samuel remains an important player for Fenerbahçe. He has made 145 appearances for the club since joining from Queens Park Rangers in 2021.
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