- He plays as an attacking midfielder.
- He plays for England and the Nigeria national team.
- He began his career at Blackpool FC Academy.
Bright Osayi-Samuel is a professional footballer who was born in Nigeria. His net worth at 25 years is $5 million, an amount he has primarily earned through his football career.
He began his youth career at the Blackpool FC Academy in England which moulded him into the midfielder he is today.
Bright Osayi-Samuel Biography
Bright Osayi-Samuel. Photo/Sky Sports
Bright Osayi-Samuel
| Full name | Bright Osayi- Samuel |
| Age | 25 years |
| Height | 1.80m |
| Place of birth | Okija, Nigeria |
| Date of birth | December 31 1997 |
| Nationality | English, Nigerian |
| Occupation | Footballer |
| Source of wealth | Football |
| Marital status | Single |
Bright Osayi-Samuel Net worth
Bright Osayi’s net worth in 2023 is about $ 5 million, an amount he has earned through contracts, salaries and bonuses.
In season 2018-19, Samuel was at Club Queens Park Rangers and he received an annual salary of $264,368 The following year, his salary was raised to $394,022 and in the last season at the club, he was earning $419,442
He then joined club Fenerbahce where he received an annual amount of $978,673 every season for two years, then $820,626 in the last season.
Personal Life
Bright Osayi was born on December 31 1997 in the town of Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria to his Nigerian parents.
When he was young, the family moved to Spain where they lived until he was nine years old. At ten years, his parents immigrated to England, settling in Woolwich, London.
The parents were financially stable and could afford all they needed even touring around in private jets. They are probably the type who had formal education and could afford their beloved son everything he needed to excel in life.
The name ‘Osayi’ has its origin in Edo state, Nigeria. It is a Benin name that means ‘God created’.
Since childhood, the Nigerian-born winger has shown interest in playing football professionally and he began learning his football tactics in the local field of Okija, Anambra state, Nigeria.
The parents embraced their son’s talent and they wanted him to have the best training. So, they decided he would have his football education abroad. Hence, he moved to Spain and then to England where he got the opportunity to attend soccer trials.
Bright began life in the UK by playing football at a park in Woolwich, London close to his family house. At 16 years, he was fortunate to join Blackpool FC academy which his parents always desired him to join.
The parents would accompany him for four and a half hours from their family home in London to the West of England to attend his training at Blackpool. He was part of the team that won the EFL League 2 play-offs in 2017.
He grew well in skills and saw himself settling well into life with the Seasiders. His progress at the academy was smooth all because of his speed and dribbling powers.
People referred to him as a confident kid, one who knew his talent would outgrow the club in a matter of time.
Samuel has been brought up on a Christian background which he follows to date. He is single and seems to have given his career full attention at the moment.
Career
Osayi began his youth career at Blackpool FC academy and then moved to the senior team making his professional debut in a match against Sheffield Wednesday.
He then joined Queens Park Rangers on a contract of three years. He made his debut for the club as a substitute in a match against Burton Albion.
He later signed a pre-contract agreement to join Turkish side Fenerbahce. The contract was based on four years but there was a turn of events that happened so fast and he joined the Club in an immediate transfer.
Bright Osayi-Samuel. Photo/Goal.com
Being a Nigerian citizen, he is legible to play for the Nigeria national team. His first international call-up from Nigeria was in a friendly game against Portugal. He played all along for his international debut.
Luxury Collection
Bright has garnered enough net worth to run a smooth and luxurious life without any struggle. He can afford the best cars in the world but he has not given any details of the car/s he owns or houses.
I suppose he still lives in his parents’ house.
FAQs
- How old is he?
25 years.
- What is his religious belief?
He is a Christian.
- What is his nationality?
English/Nigerian.
- Is he married?
No.
- Does he have children?
No.
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