Nigerian striker Sadiq Umar is poised to leave Real Sociedad and return to Valencia CF, with club-to-club agreements reportedly finalized, signaling a reunion following a productive loan spell last season.
The 27-year-old joined Real Sociedad in 2022 for €20 million after an impressive campaign with UD Almería, but he struggled to replicate that form in San Sebastián. Valencia, where he previously shone, will now look to harness his goal-scoring ability as the club fights to climb out of the La Liga relegation zone, currently sitting 18th with 16 points from 18 games.
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During his loan at Valencia, Sadiq featured in 19 matches, netting six goals and playing a pivotal role in helping the club retain top-flight status. The forward is expected to sign a two-and-a-half-year contract with an option for a further year, in a transfer reportedly worth €5 million, plus €1 million in performance-based bonuses tied to agreed targets.
Valencia will now be hoping Sadiq can rekindle his form and provide a decisive spark in their battle to avoid relegation, while the Nigerian international aims to reignite his La Liga career in familiar surroundings.
