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Fenerbahce is not renouncing Bright Osayi-Samuel, since the Turks Super Lig are preparing a new contract offer in an attempt to keep the Nigerians beyond this summer.
Osayi-Samuel is in the last months of his current agreement with the Canary Islands and could move away in a free transfer at the end of the season.
Conversations about a contract renewal have been extended since the beginning of the year, with the 27 -year -old player rejecting multiple offers of the club, citing unfavorable financial terms.
The versatile defender currently gains 2.5 million euros per year and, according to reports, requires a significant salary increase to compromise his future to Fenerbahce.
Despite the dead point, club officials have reopened discussions with their representatives, hoping to touch an advance before the season ends.
According to Fanatik of the Turkish departure, Fenerbahce is preparing an improved package that they believe will convince Osayi-Samuel to remain in Istanbul.
The club is still desperate to retain its services, especially chief coach José Mourinho.
OSAYI-SAMUEL, who joined the English team Queens Park Rangers four years ago, has made 171 appearances in all competitions, contributing with seven goals and 15 assists.
His defensive consistency and versatility have made him one of the most important assets of the club.
While Fenerbahce has hope, the player has not hidden his ambition to return to the Premier League. He has been strongly linked to the movements to Everton and Crystal Palace, with reports earlier this season that placed him in Selhurst Park for the shock of Palace against Arsenal.
With the Premier League clubs capable of offering higher wages, Fenerbahce will need more than loyalty to convince Osayi-Samuel to sign a new agreement.
However, the defender is still open to stay; If the terms are correct.
The next few weeks will be decisive, since Fenerbahce presses to ensure his future and avoid losing one of his key players for nothing.
