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<br>Bright Osayi‑Samuel has signed a three year deal with [newly promoted](http://verdum720.paremanel.org/Usuari:JonasBoismenu0) Championship side Birmingham City, officially joining the club on 4 July 2025 after leaving Turkish Super Lig outfit Fenerbahçe on a [free transfer](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/international-nigerian-footballers/river-plates-young-striker-eyes-flying-eagles-call-up-after-swift-rise/).
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<br>The 27 year old full‑back brings considerable experience to the Blues, having accumulated 120 league appearances and scored six goals for under [Jose Mourinho](https://wiki.clart.zip/index.php?title=User:RoseanneKobayash) last season. He is no stranger to English football, having emerged from Blackpool’s academy before playing over 100 times for Queens Park Rangers between 2017 and 2021.
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<br>A Nigerian international with 22 Super Eagles caps, Osayi‑Samuel was part of the squad that reached the AFCON final in 2023. After a proposed move to Beşiktaş fell through, Birmingham City acted swiftly to secure his signature, bolstering their defensive options ahead of pre‑[season camp](https://cac5.altervista.org/index.php?title=Utente:AlphonsoDtr) in Portugal.
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<br>He will link up with manager Chris Davies’s squad as they prepare for the 2025/26 Championship season.
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<br>We applaud Birmingham City for securing Bright Osayi‑Samuel on a free transfer. His versatility able to play both right‑back and on the wing adds tactical depth to a squad aiming to [establish](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/football-training-and-coaching/) itself in the Championship. Drawing on his experience at QPR and Fenerbahçe, he brings both pedigree and Premier League‑level exposure.
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<br>The collapse of his move to Beşiktaş didn’t deter Birmingham, who moved opportunistically to beat off competition and reinforce a squad eager for success. Osayi‑Samuel’s blend of speed, defensive solidity and attacking threat aligns well with Chris Davies’s ambition of building a dynamic side capable of pushing for promotion.
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<br>Nigeria’s international defender also brings leadership and resilience. His [presence](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/merchandising-and-branding/1xbet-nigeria-ceo-dr-femi-highlights-youth-role-at-lagos-championship/) is likely to foster healthy competition in defence, pushing the team towards consistency something vital in a tough, grueling Championship campaign. The timing of his signing allows him to integrate fully during the club’s pre‑season in Portugal, setting the tone for a productive first season at St Andrew’s.
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<br>In sum, this isn’t just a smart acquisition it’s a statement of intent. Birmingham appear poised for a more assertive era. By adding Osayi‑Samuel, they are laying a solid foundation for both immediate and long‑term ambition.
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<br>Did You Know?
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Osayi‑Samuel made 178 appearances for Fenerbahçe across all competitions, contributing six goals and 15 assists over four seasons.
He began his professional career at Blackpool, making 64 league appearances and scoring four goals between 2015 and 2017.
In 2020, he was named QPR Young Player of the Year following a standout season in the Championship.
Despite Championship interest from clubs like Crystal Palace, Leeds United and Nottingham Forest, he chose to continue in Turkey before eventually returning to England.
The aborted Beşiktaş deal fell apart due to a last‑minute bonus demand from his camp, but Birmingham capitalised by moving quickly to sign him.
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