Osayi-Samuel faces 10-match ban in Turkey

Fenerbahce defender Bright Osayi-Samuel faces the possiblity of being suspended for up to 10 games for his part in the violence that erupted after the club’s away win at Trabzonspor last weekend.

Osayi-Samuel was involved in a brawl with some home fans who entered the pitch after the Turkish Super Lig clash.

According to reports emanating from Turkey, the Nigeria international could be charged for violent conduct by the Turkish Football Federation, TFF, Disciplinary Committee.

The 26-year-old is expected to plead self- defense to avoid punishment.

Hearing in the case has been fixed for Tuesday, April 2.

Osayi -Samuel is currently on international duty with Nigeria.

The Super Eagles are expected to take on the Black Stars of Ghana and Eagles of Mali on March 22 and March 26 respectively.