Nigeria winger Peter Olayinka is being linked with a move to Turkish Süper Lig side Karagümrük after becoming a free agent following his departure from Red Star Belgrade.
The 30-year-old left-sided forward, currently listed as “Without Club”, is rumoured to be on Karagümrük’s radar as they look to reinforce their attack. Transfer data places his current market value at €3.50m, a figure likely to make him an attractive low-risk option for clubs seeking experienced wide players without paying a transfer fee. The reported probability of the deal remains unclear, with the move currently marked only as “?” in market listings.
Olayinka left Red Star on a free in late October 2025 after a spell in Serbia in which his market value gradually declined from a peak of €6.00m in mid-2024 to €3.50m by October 2025, reflecting both age and changing form. His most recent competitive outings came in Serbia’s top flight for Red Star, although detailed recent match data – including opponents, dates, scores and individual performances – is not listed in the available records.
Born in Ibadan on 16 November 1995 and standing at 1.88m, the right-footed attacker has built a varied career across Europe. After starting out at 36 Lion FC in Nigeria, he moved to Albania with FK Bylis and KF Skënderbeu, then earned a transfer to Belgian side KAA Gent. Loan spells at Yenicami AK, FK Bylis and FK Dukla Prague were followed by a productive period at Zulte Waregem and, crucially, a high-profile move to Slavia Prague, where his value once reached €7.00m during an extended stay in the Czech Republic’s top division.
Capable of operating primarily as a left winger in an attacking role, Olayinka’s experience in Belgium, the Czech Republic, Albania, Cyprus and Serbia could appeal to Karagümrük as they seek proven quality in wide areas. If the move materialises, a switch to the Süper Lig may offer him a fresh platform to revive his market value and reshape the next phase of his career.
