After a successful stint in Spain, Nigerian defender Kenneth Omeruo has returned to Turkey, joining Kasimpasa S.K. following two previous loan spells with the club. Will the experienced Nigerian aid in the team’s quest for the top of the table, and can he secure a more lucrative contract in the process? The Kick Off Nigeria dives into the player’s finances.
Kenneth Omeruo’s Salary at Kasimpasa S.K.
The Nigerian national team defender joined the Turkish side in the summer of 2023, signing an agreement valid until June 30, 2025. After returning once again to Turkey he showed off his high-end car. So, how much does he earn? Over two years in Turkey, Omeruo is set to earn €1,560,000, excluding bonuses. For the 2023/2024 season, he will earn €78,000, equivalent to €15,000 per week.
|
Annual Salary |
€ 780,000 |
778,474,011 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Monthly Salary |
€ 65,000 |
64,872,834 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Weekly Salary |
€ 15,000 |
14,970,654 Nigerian Nairas |
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Daily Salary |
€ 2,143 |
2,138,807 Nigerian Nairas |
Team Salary Overview: Omeruo Trails Only Congo Midfielder
In the 2023/2024 season, Kasimpasa S.K.’s total wage bill amounts to €6,170,000, or €118,654 per week. The highest-paid player in the team is midfielder Samuel Bastien, earning €900,000 per year (€17,308 per week). Kenneth Omeruo ranks second in the salary hierarchy, with Greek goalkeeper Gianniotis earning half as much.
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Player |
Country |
Annual Salary (EUR) |
|
Diadie Samassekou |
Democratic Republic of the Congo |
€ 900,000 |
|
Kenneth Omeruo |
Nigeria |
€ 780,000 |
|
Andreas Gianniotis |
Greece |
€ 360,000 |
|
Julien Ngoy |
Belgium |
€ 360,000 |
|
Mamadou Fall |
Senegal |
€ 350,000 |
Career Salary Comparison
Omeruo experienced a significant salary increase after his loan move to Kasimpasa S.K. He nearly doubled his earnings during the period from 2016 to 2019 when he was on loan from Chelsea F.C. However, upon signing a full contract with CD Leganes, his salary decreased by one and a half times. Despite salary fluctuations during his time in Spain, his return to Turkey on a permanent basis resulted in a 120,000-euro reduction.
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Club |
Salary Euro per Year (EUR) |
Salary Nigerian Nairas per Year (NGN) |
|
Kasimpasa S.K. (2023/2024) |
€ 780,000 |
778,474,011 Nigerian Nairas |
|
CD Leganes (2020/2023) |
€ 1,000,000 |
997,949,080 Nigerian Nairas |
|
CD Leganes (2019/2020) |
€ 780,000 |
778,474,011 Nigerian Nairas |
|
CD Leganes (2018/2019) |
€ 1,160,000 |
1,157,620,933 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Kasimpasa S.K. (2017/2018) |
€ 1,160,000 |
1,157,620,933 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Alanyaspor (2016/2017) |
€ 1,160,000 |
1,157,620,933 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Kasimpasa S.K. (2015/2016) |
€ 1,160,000 |
1,157,620,933 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Middlesbrough F.C. (2013/2015) |
€ 604,974 |
603,733,247 Nigerian Nairas |
Market Value
The defender’s transfer fee fluctuated between one and 2.3 million for a long time. Omeruo’s peak market value was reached in 2019 after a successful season with CD Leganes. However, his transfer value decreased by more than 2.5 times the following year and has since consistently declined. Nevertheless, the move to Turkey coincided with an increased value of €500,000. Currently, Transfermarkt.com values the transfer at €2 million, placing Omeruo among the top three highest-paid players at Kasimpasa S.K.
|
Club |
Year |
Market Value |
|
Kasimpasa S.K. |
2023 |
€ 2,000,000 |
|
CD Leganes |
2022 |
€ 1,500,000 |
|
CD Leganes |
2021 |
€ 2,000,000 |
|
CD Leganes |
2020 |
€ 2,400,000 |
|
CD Leganes |
2019 |
€ 5,000,000 |
|
CD Leganes |
2018 (December) |
€ 3,000,000 |
|
Kasimpasa S.K. |
2018 (May) |
€ 1,750,000 |
|
Alanyaspor |
2017 |
€ 2,300,000 |
|
Kasimpasa S.K. |
2016 |
€ 1,800,000 |
|
Middlesbrough F.C. |
2015 |
€ 1,000,000 |
|
ADO Den Haag |
2013 |
€ 800,000 |
|
ADO Den Haag |
2012 |
€ 250,000 |
National Achievements
In 2011, Kenneth Omeruo played in the Youth World Cup in Colombia, contributing to Nigeria’s advancement to the playoffs. He later made his debut for the senior national team and played a crucial role in Nigeria’s victory at the African Cup of Nations, securing gold medals.
Throughout his career, Omeruo participated in three African Cup of Nations tournaments, reaching the semi-finals in 2019 and securing bronze. He also played in two FIFA World Cups in Brazil and Russia, helping Nigeria reach the Round of 16 in 2014.
Football and Salary Prospects
In the current 2023/2024 season, Omeruo has only missed one game due to a previous red card. With 17 appearances in all competitions, he has scored a goal and provided two assists. If the Nigerian defender contributes to Kasimpasa S.K.’s top-eight finish, he may not only vie for a contract extension but also a salary increase.
