Bright Osayi Samuel, a Nigerian international, has denied reports that he rejected contract extension offers from Fenerbahçe.
Talks between the club and Osayi-Samuel over a new deal have stalled, leading to speculation that he is delaying in hopes of a move to the Premier League.
The Istanbul giants' 27-year-old defender's contract is ending soon, and he is generally set to become a free agent this summer.
He has been linked with a potential free transfer move to English clubs Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the end of the season.
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Fenerbahce secured a comfortable away victory against Bodrumspor, who are fighting to avoid the relegation battle.
Osayi-Samuel speaks in future
However, the versatile fullback has now moved to clarify the situation, denying claims that he turned down a contract offer and reaffirming his commitment to Fenerbahçe.
According to reports from Turkish outlet Aspor, he said, “It is actually difficult to comment on the transfer.”
“Many people act as if they know the subject. I play for Fenerbahçe and I am very happy about it. People say different things.
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“It was said that a contract was signed and that I did not accept it, but there is no such situation. I have a very good dialogue with the president.
“My only thought at the moment is the championship. We will meet with our president after the season is over and see what happens.”
Osayi-Samuel was instrumental in Fenerbahçe's 3-1 victory over Sivasspor on Sunday, having returned to the starting line-up.
The win keeps José Mourinho's team within three points of league leaders Galatasaray with seven matches remaining.