Super Eagles Striker Returns to Mestalla After Impressive Loan Spell, Bringing Physicality and Goal Threat Back to Los Ches.

Umar Sadiq joins spanish side Valencia

Valencia CF have officially secured the permanent signing of Nigerian striker Umar Sadiq from Real Sociedad, with the 28-year-old putting pen to paper on a contract that runs until June 2028.

This marks a welcome homecoming for Sadiq, who spent the second half of the 2024/25 season on loan at Mestalla. During that stint, he made a significant impact, netting six goals in 19 appearances and quickly winning over the Valencia faithful with his powerful presence and clinical finishing.

Sadiq’s standout moment came with a stunning backheel goal against CA Osasuna, which earned him the LaLiga Goal of the Month award for March. His physical prowess, aerial dominance, and ability to link play or threaten from long balls made him a fan favorite in a campaign where he helped the club improve dramatically under head coach Carlos Corberán.

After limited minutes at Real Sociedad this season—just five league appearances—the forward prioritized a return to the club where he felt most at home. Valencia, currently battling to avoid relegation in LaLiga, activated the move with a fee reportedly around €3-4 million plus variables, seeing Sadiq as the ideal target man to add versatility and competitiveness to their attack.

The Mestalla faithful are delighted to see their charismatic No.9 back in che colors, ready to deliver more memorable moments at the iconic stadium.

This transfer strengthens Valencia’s options up front as they push for survival and beyond. Sadiq joins fellow Nigerian talents making waves in Europe, continuing his journey from Almería (where he joined Real Sociedad in 2022) to becoming a key figure at one of LaLiga’s historic clubs.

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