The 49ers granted Samuel and his agent permission to seek a trade once this latest request came a month ago, when Samuel, 29, sat with coach Kyle Shanahan following the 49ers’ 6-11, last-place season, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

But I have to do what’s best. I’m more than thankful for the Niners giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, but now I think it’s best that we find another team.” Samuel requested a trade during the team’s exit meetings,

After tumultuous 2024 campaign, the San Francisco 49ers are expected to explore a potential trade of wide receiver Deebo Samuel this offseason