Gabriel Osho’s shocking move to Cardiff City has sparked debate over the financial details behind the deal, Soccernet.ng reports.
The Super Eagles defender left France’s top flight after just over a year with AJ Auxerre to join the Welsh side, who now compete in England’s third tier following relegation from the Championship.
This switch came 414 days after Osho signed for Auxerre, where he established himself in Ligue 1 before sealing a return to English football.
While Cardiff have unveiled him on a four-year contract until 2029, the full financial terms remain under wraps, which has created intrigue over what persuaded him to drop two divisions.
Osho’s Salary At Auxerre
Capology reports that during his time in France, the Nigerian international reportedly earned €720,000 gross per year, which equates to around €13,846 per week. It was a strong package that shows his value as a Premier League-proven defender arriving in Ligue 1.
Meanwhile, his decision to walk away from that stability suggests that Cardiff either offered him competitive terms or sold him a vision of long-term growth that outweighed the immediate financial comfort.
What Did Cardiff Offer The Super Eagles Player?
What the Bluebirds have offered Osho remains a mystery, as the club have not disclosed the financial details of his new four-year contract.
The deal ties the Nigerian down until the summer of 2029, which makes him one of Cardiff City’s key long-term investments.
Why Osho Joined Cardiff City
As cited on Cardiff City’s official website, the former Luton Town player has expressed his excitement over leaving France to join Cardiff City.
“I’m really happy, and really excited. It’s been a long time in the works, so to finally be here at the stadium and in the city has been good. I’m buzzing to get going.
“Brian played a big part. It’s always important when the player has a good relationship with the manager. I had a really good time at Rochdale, and the connection I built with Brian and the staff there was pretty amazing. I think the relationship really was a contributing factor.
“I’ve been watching the games so far, and the atmosphere is amazing. Hopefully I can feed off the team’s momentum, get going straight away, and just keep the wins and the clean sheets going.”
Osho will now look to make an immediate impact for the club in their matchday 6 clash against Plymouth Argyle on Saturday.