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Valencia CF has taken a firm step towards closing the signing -and return- of Umar Sadiq. It is Carlos Coberán's great desire for the current season of Spanish football.
The Che team has raised its offer to Real Sociedad, offering 1 million euros for the loan of the forward for a season, as reported by journalist Nacho Sanchis on his Twitter account.
The Nigerian player has already expressed his desire to wear the white and black shirt again and is waiting for the operation to be finalized.
Umar Sadiq Only Wants to Play for Valencia
Since the market started, Sadiq made it clear that he intends to return to Mestalla. He rejected Girona's interest and has remained firm in his position, directly conveying to Real Sociedad that his priority is to play for Valencia.
The Nigerian has not been assigned a squad number or played in the first La Liga matches with Imanol Alguacil's team, a sign that his departure is nearing. With just four days left until the transfer window closes, the pressure is mounting.
Sadiq's Numbers in His Previous Period
In the second half of last season, Umar Sadiq played on loan at Valencia, where he left a good impression: 6 goals in 19 official matches. His ability to create danger in the area and his adaptation to the system convinced Carlos Corberán, the current Valencia coach, to insist on his signing.
The coach considers the Nigerian forward a key piece to strengthen the attack, especially after the departure of Fran Pérez. With the recent arrival of Ramazani, the club aims to complete the squad with a reliable striker, and Sadiq fits that profile.
A Definitive Offer from Valencia CF
According to information from Radio Marca, the Nigerian had started to feel uncertain about his future. However, Valencia CF's new financial proposal aims to dispel those doubts.
Real Sociedad now holds the final decision. If they accept the million for the loan, Sadiq will reunite with Mestalla. If not, Valencia will seek alternatives in the market. The room for maneuver is minimal: it is a negotiation of "now or never."
At 28 years old, Sadiq faces a crucial moment in his career. The injury he suffered in 2022 halted his progress, but his time at Mestalla boosted his confidence and playing time. Valencia is betting on replicating that goalscoring form he displayed in the previous season.
Corberán's team needs a striker capable of competing with Hugo Duro and providing offensive variations. The statistics support the move: with him on the field, Valencia improved their goal average in the last La Liga season, rising from 1.1 to 1.5 goals per match.
If the operation materializes, the Nigerian will become Valencia's blockbuster signing for a season where they hope not to struggle against relegation and even contend for European spots.
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