Super Eagles' Osayi Samuel agrees new almost ₦10.6 billion deal to continue playing for Jose Mourinho

After months of negotiations, Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi Samuel has reportedly agreed to Fenerbahce's terms over a contract renewal. 

The 26-year-old joined the Yellow Canaries in the winter transfer window of 2021 and has seen his profile steadily rise in his time at the club, including becoming a Nigeria international. 

Hence, with his current deal set to expire at the end of the season, Fenerbahce have been working hard to hand him a renewal before he becomes eligible to leave in a free transfer, as Premier League clubs like Crystal Palace are circling like sharks. They are now said to have reached an agreement after several weeks of negotiating. 

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According to a report from Turkish newspaper Sozcu, relayed by Ntvspor.net, the former QPR defender has agreed to a two-year deal from Fenerbahce, with the option to extend for an additional year. 

The Nigerian's wage demands were a major stumbling block in the progression of the negotiations, and according to the report, the Yellow Canaries seem to have budged, as he is set for a near-100% raise. 

According to Capology, Osayi Samuel currently earns €57,692 weekly, which amounts to €3 million gross annually. This would mean the renewal would take his annual salary to almost €6 million, and he would become one of the top earners at the club.