Fenerbahce: Super Eagles star eyes Super Lig switch after one year in England

A Super Eagles star could be heading to Turkish Süper Lig giants Fenerbahce this summer as the transfer market heats up, Soccernet.ng reports.

​Fenerbahçe has been very busy this summer. They first appointed coach İsmail Kartal as Zeki Murat Göle's successor, then signed Vedat Muriqi from Mallorca. However, they are not done yet.

​A potential signing for them this summer is Nigeria defender Bright Osayi-Samuel. He parted ways with the Yellow Canaries only last summer following the expiration of his contract.

Osayi-Samuel joined Championship club Birmingham City, but he failed to help the club secure promotion to the Premier League.

​Now, he appears eager to return to Istanbul. According to Milat Spor, the 28-year-old right-back has sent intermediaries to discuss a potential return with Fenerbahçe.

​Why Bright Osayi-Samuel is Eager for a Fenerbahçe Return

​Bright Osayi-Samuel first joined Fenerbahçe from QPR in 2021, which was where he gained his first experience of top-flight football. He grew to become a fan favorite.

​However, he left last summer after months of speculation. It was believed that he left due to the club's refusal to give him a significant pay raise, amid several offers from England.

​In an interview last season, however, he admitted that he was satisfied with the club's offer but chose to leave due to issues with his agent. Osayi-Samuel expressed regret at leaving the Yellow Canaries.

​Now, having failed to secure a regular starting spot at Birmingham City, he is looking to return to Fenerbahçe, where he used to enjoy regular playing time.

​Also, Osayi-Samuel worked with Kartal during his first few years at Fenerbahçe, and the two shared a brilliant relationship. With the Turkish tactician back in charge, the defender is keen on a reunion.

​However, a move may prove difficult for Osayi-Samuel. He still has two years remaining on his contract at Birmingham City, and the club will certainly demand a transfer fee.

​Meanwhile, there is a possibility that Nélson Semedo will leave Fenerbahçe this summer. If that happens, a spot could open up for Osayi-Samuel.