Osayi-Samuel Set for Crystal Palace Transfer
Fenerbahçe defender Bright Osayi-Samuel is on the verge of completing a move to Premier League side Crystal Palace. The Nigerian international's contract with Fenerbahçe is set to expire in June, and he has reportedly declined an extension, opting instead for a return to English football.
Osayi-Samuel has been offered a four year deal by Crystal Palace with an annual salary of €4.5 million, according to Turkish news outlet Fotomac. The 27 year old right-back joined Fenerbahçe from Queens Park Rangers (QPR) in 2020 and has made 116 appearances for the Turkish club, scoring 16 goals. His performances in Turkey caught the attention of several Premier League clubs, with Everton and Aston Villa also expressing interest last summer.
If the deal goes through, it would mark Osayi-Samuel's first taste of Premier League football, despite his stints in the English Championship with Blackpool and QPR.
Editorial
Bright Osayi-Samuel’s imminent move to Crystal Palace is not just a transfer it’s a homecoming and a chance for redemption. For years, Osayi-Samuel honed his craft in the Championship with QPR and Blackpool, showcasing raw talent and versatility. His move to Fenerbahçe was seen as a step up, and he delivered, making 116 appearances and becoming a fan favourite.
Now, with Crystal Palace offering him a four-year contract, Osayi-Samuel is poised to test his mettle in the Premier League. The decision to reject an extension in Turkey is a bold statement of ambition, a clear indication that he wants to shine on England’s grandest stage. For Palace, it’s a strategic move securing a proven defender who can also surge forward with pace and power.
If he adapts well, Osayi-Samuel could become a key figure in Roy Hodgson’s squad, helping to fortify the backline while adding dynamism to the flanks. It’s his time to rise.
Fenerbahçe defender Bright Osayi-Samuel is on the verge of completing a move to Premier League side Crystal Palace. The Nigerian international's contract with Fenerbahçe is set to expire in June, and he has reportedly declined an extension, opting instead for a return to English football.
Osayi-Samuel has been offered a four year deal by Crystal Palace with an annual salary of €4.5 million, according to Turkish news outlet Fotomac. The 27 year old right-back joined Fenerbahçe from Queens Park Rangers (QPR) in 2020 and has made 116 appearances for the Turkish club, scoring 16 goals. His performances in Turkey caught the attention of several Premier League clubs, with Everton and Aston Villa also expressing interest last summer.
If the deal goes through, it would mark Osayi-Samuel's first taste of Premier League football, despite his stints in the English Championship with Blackpool and QPR.
Editorial
Bright Osayi-Samuel’s imminent move to Crystal Palace is not just a transfer it’s a homecoming and a chance for redemption. For years, Osayi-Samuel honed his craft in the Championship with QPR and Blackpool, showcasing raw talent and versatility. His move to Fenerbahçe was seen as a step up, and he delivered, making 116 appearances and becoming a fan favourite.
Now, with Crystal Palace offering him a four-year contract, Osayi-Samuel is poised to test his mettle in the Premier League. The decision to reject an extension in Turkey is a bold statement of ambition, a clear indication that he wants to shine on England’s grandest stage. For Palace, it’s a strategic move securing a proven defender who can also surge forward with pace and power.
If he adapts well, Osayi-Samuel could become a key figure in Roy Hodgson’s squad, helping to fortify the backline while adding dynamism to the flanks. It’s his time to rise.