Bright Osayi-Samuel eyes return to Fenerbahçe after Birmingham City stint

Bright Osayi-Samuel, Nigerian right-back, is in talks to rejoin Turkish Super Lig club Fenerbahçe this summer after spending one season with Birmingham City in England's Championship. He previously played for Fenerbahçe from January 2011 to June 2025 (per report) before leaving for Birmingham after failing to agree a new contract. He struggled to secure regular playing time at Birmingham last season.

For Nigerian fans following Nigerians abroad, his potential return signals a chance to see a familiar talent back in a competitive league where he previously excelled. It also highlights the fluid nature of player contracts and how disagreements over terms can push players to seek new clubs, affecting national team options and career trajectory.

Osayi-Samuel has a good rapport with Fenerbahçe’s newly appointed head coach İsmail Kartal, who has coached the club three times before. If talks succeed, he could re-sign ahead of the upcoming season. Fans should watch for official announcements from Fenerbahçe or Birmingham City regarding transfer fees and personal terms. Will his return boost Fenerbahçe’s defense and possibly earn him a recall to the Super Eagles?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/03/transfer-osayi-samuel-targets-return-to-fenerbahce/