Interest in Osayi-Samuel, the versatile right wing-back of Fenerbahçe and the Super Eagles, is heating up as three Premier League clubs—Crystal Palace, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Leeds United—vie for his signature. Valued at around ten million euros, the 26-year-old’s standout performances in AFCON 2023 have attracted attention, with Crystal Palace particularly keen to pair him with Eberechi Eze.

Despite competition from clubs outside England, Crystal Palace is determined to secure Osayi-Samuel as a key part of their future plans. However, Fenerbahçe is reportedly poised to extend his contract, which has one year remaining. The Turkish club aims to improve his current salary of 600,000 euros per year and secure a three-year extension beyond his current deal, expiring in June 2025. This move seeks to acknowledge his contributions and fend off transfer interest from other clubs.

If Osayi-Samuel decides to stay, reports suggest that Fenerbahçe President Yıldırım’s meeting with Mourinho has raised hopes among fans. With Mourinho potentially leading the team, there’s anticipation that Osayi-Samuel could benefit from the mentorship of the renowned coach, akin to his compatriot Mikel Obi’s experience.