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Super Eagles star Bright Osayi-Samuel, has a storm building up as he faces arrest when he returns to Turkey.
The player, currently away on international duty with Nigeria's Super Eagles, could be in trouble over an incident that occurred during the match between Trabzonspor and Fenerbahçe.
According to Turkish sports outlet Fotospor, the saga revolves around a 'knife-wielding joker' who charged onto the pitch after the heated encounter, causing chaos and confrontation with players from the opposing team.
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Bright Osayi-Samuel: Super Eagles 'Anthony Joshua' arrives Nigerian camp
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Bright Osayi-Samuel: Super Eagles defender faces lengthy ban for assaulting Trabzonspor fan
Fenerbahce defender Bright Osayi-Samuel is facing a possible lengthy suspension for assaulting a Trabzonspor fan at the weekend.
Complaints Lodged, Statements Awaited
The individual involved has reportedly lodged complaints against Osayi-Samuel and others, alleging mistreatment during the brawl.
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Statements from various parties, including Osayi-Samuel himself, are anticipated, pending his return from international duty.
While Osayi-Samuel's current absence delays the process, it's speculated that upon his arrival in Istanbul, he may face detainment by authorities for questioning.
Speaking on the matter, Miraç Kara, the complainant's lawyer, emphasized the severity of the allegations against Osayi-Samuel and his teammates.
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"Osayi-Samuel and his teammates brutally kicked the victim's head on the ground," Kara stated.
"Their calves are strong due to their profession, and the boots they wore with crampons could be deemed as weapons," he added.
Kara highlighted the potential dangers of such confrontations, noting, "When an individual is hit, that person may suffer from a brain haemorrhage."
He emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "It wasn't necessary for my client to die or suffer a brain haemorrhage before taking statements from the Fenerbahçe players."
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