Turkish football expert Halil Özer has revealed the reason behind Bright Osayi-Samuel’s recent poor form.
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Özer speaks on Osayi’s contract
Özer has provided insight into the contract status of Bright Osayi-Samuel, a Nigerian fullback whose contract with Fenerbahce is about to expire at the end of the current campaign.
According to MSN, Özer mentioned a drop in Osayi's performance during the game against Kasımpaşa in his analysis of the fullback.
"What caught my attention is that Osayi played less than expected again. This guy was a player who came and went, was very effective, especially in attacking actions, had high energy, and contributed to the result.
“However, it is obvious that this contract has upset him. I do not understand that either. You focus on your football, but he does not."
The club is worried about the ongoing contract negotiations, and Halil Özer has emphasised that Osayi-Samuel's on-field performances are starting to suffer as a result.
He has made 20 appearances so far this season in all competitions, recording one assist and displaying both offensive and defensive strength.
Osayi-Samuel's contract is about to expire, so he can now talk to other teams and possibly get a free transfer at the end of the current campaign.