Super Eagles winger Henry Onyekuru has left Turkish Super Lig club Genclerbirligi after both sides agreed to terminate his contract.
The 29-year-old Nigerian forward will receive a settlement package of about €940,000 following negotiations between the club and his representatives.
The agreement includes €240,000 in unpaid wages from last season and €700,000 as compensation for the remaining value of his contract. Genclerbirligi will pay the amount in instalments over six months.
Why Henry Onyekuru Left Genclerbirligi
Genclerbirligi and Onyekuru agreed to end his contract before the start of the new season.
The winger joined the Turkish club on a free transfer last summer after leaving Saudi Arabian side Al-Fayha. Before the termination agreement, he was due to earn €1.6 million in salary during the upcoming campaign.
Onyekuru made 17 league appearances for Genclerbirligi during his time at the club.
Henry Onyekuru Settlement Breakdown
The Super Eagles winger’s exit agreement covers:
- €240,000 in outstanding wages from last season
- €700,000 compensation for the remaining contract value
- Total settlement package of approximately €940,000
The payment schedule will run over a six-month period.
Henry Onyekuru Becomes Free Agent After Turkish League Exit
The contract termination leaves Onyekuru available for a new club ahead of the new season.
The Nigerian winger has played for clubs across England, Belgium, France, Turkey, Greece and Saudi Arabia during his career.
His former clubs include Everton, Anderlecht, Galatasaray, Monaco, Olympiacos, Al-Fayha and Genclerbirligi.
Henry Onyekuru’s Career and Super Eagles Record
Onyekuru began his European career with Belgian club Eupen before earning a move to Everton in England.
Although he signed for Everton, he did not make a competitive appearance for the Premier League club.
He later gained recognition during his spells with Galatasaray, where he won domestic titles, and continued his career with clubs in Europe and the Middle East.
The winger has also represented Nigeria at international level and featured for the Super Eagles in major competitions.
Henry Onyekuru Transfer Situation After Genclerbirligi Exit
Onyekuru enters the transfer market after ending his stay in Turkey.
The Nigerian forward’s next move will depend on interest from clubs ahead of the new season, following the conclusion of his agreement with Genclerbirligi.
