Fear clause: Valencia must pay Real Sociedad N0.5b for Sadiq to play against parent club
Published: January 15, 2025
Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq is likely to be unavailable for selection for Valencia ahead of their La Liga clash against his parent club Real Sociedad on Sunday due to a clause in his loan agreement.The Nigerian international's loan deal with Valencia includes a clause that requires the club to pay €300,000 (appro...
'I have seen' - Valencia coach backs Sadiq to get back to his best and score goals
Published: January 15, 2025
Speaking at the post-match press conference after Valencia's 2-0 win over Ourense CF in the Copa del Rey, manager Carlos Corberán has expressed confidence in Umar Sadiq's ability to regain his best form.The Nigeria international logged 130 minutes spread across three games before netting his first goal in Valencia col...
Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq opens Valencia account in Copa del Rey victory
Published: January 14, 2025
Super Eagles forward Umar Sadiq opened his goal account for Valencia, scoring in their victory over Ourense FC in the Copa del Rey, with live soccer scores showing Los Ches leading 2-0 after he found the net.Sadiq, who joined Valencia on loan from Real Sociedad in January, netted the second goal with twelve minutes rem...
Getafe ace Christantus Uche listed as a striker in La Liga Team of the Week
Published: January 14, 2025
Getafe ace Christantus Uche has been named in La Liga's Team of the Week by football statisticians WhoScored. The 21-year-old midfielder who has sometimes featured as a forward for the Spanish side, earned his place amongst last week's best eleven for his performance against Las Palmas on Sunday.The Deep Blues secured...
'Completely false' - Agent pours cold water on reports linking Sevilla's Iheanacho to Al Ahly
Published: January 08, 2025
Kelechi Iheanacho's agent, Roger Wittmann has dismissed reports linking Nigeria national teamer Kelechi Iheanacho with a transfer to African powerhouse Al Ahly SC in the January transfer window.The Manchester City academy product is open to leaving Sevilla before the window closes due to a lack of first team opportunit...
Super Eagles striker Sadiq makes winning debut for Valencia in 2-0 victory against Eldense
Published: January 08, 2025
Sadiq Umar made his debut for Valencia in a commanding 2-0 victory over Eldense in the Copa del Rey on January 7, 2025. The Nigerian forward, who joined the club on loan from Real Sociedad, had been registered by LaLiga just days earlier and was eagerly anticipated to make his first appearance for Valencia.Valencia qu...
What Super Eagles striker Sadiq said after completing loan move to Valencia
Published: January 04, 2025
Umar Sadiq was officially presented as a new player of six-time Spanish champions Valencia on Saturday afternoon.The Nigeria international has joined Valencia on loan for the remainder of the season with a non-binding purchase option.Sadiq arrived at Real Sociedad in September 2022 with the difficult task of replacing ...
No going back: Super Eagles striker Sadiq agrees transfer to 6-time La Liga champions, subject to medical
Published: January 03, 2025
Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq is on the verge of joining Valencia from Real Sociedad on loan.According to reliable transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, the lanky forward will have his medical today to complete the loan deal.A buy option clause has been inserted into the loan deal, meaning that Valencia can sign the N...
'If I were Barcelona' - Ex-Besiktas forward urges La Liga giants to acquire N121b-rated Osimhen
Published: December 29, 2024
Former Besiktas forward Okan Koç has shared his thoughts on Victor Osimhen's future, expressing his desire to see La Liga giants Barcelona sign the former African Footballer of the Year in the upcoming transfer windows.The future of the Napoli-owned striker is once again the subject of speculation at home an abroad be...
Sevilla to sign winger as cover for injured Super Eagles forward Ejuke, confirms Pimienta
Published: December 13, 2024
Sevilla head coach García Pimienta has confirmed the club’s intention to strengthen their squad in the winter transfer window, following the injury to key winger Chidera Ejuke and the impending retirement of veteran Jesús Navas.Ejuke, who joined Sevilla on a permanent deal in the summer after loan spells at Hertha ...
Super Eagles striker Iheanacho fighting for his future at Sevilla
Published: December 09, 2024
The future of Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho at Sevilla is up in the air despite having a contract with the Andalusian outfit until the end of the 2025-2026 season.The former Leicester City man joined Sevilla in the summer window on a free transfer, as a replacement for Morocco striker Youssef En-Nesyri, who sw...
Copa del Rey: Iheanacho on target for Sevilla in 3-1 win over fourth-tier club
Published: December 05, 2024
Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho was on target in Sevilla's dominant 3-1 victory over fourth-tier club Olot in the Copa del Rey.Iheanacho, who joined Sevilla in the summer transfer window after leaving Leicester City, has faced challenges adapting to the demands of La Liga.However, he has found his rhythm in the ...
'Look at his CV' - Sevilla coach labels Fifa U17 World Cup Golden Ball winner Iheanacho a great player
Published: December 04, 2024
Sevilla coach García Pimienta has labelled 2013 Fifa U17 World Cup Golden Ball winner, Kelechi Iheanacho a great player despite his struggles since he arrived at the club last summer.All has not gone to plan for the Nigerian striker since moving to the Spanish side from Leicester City, as he has yet to score a goal in...
Unfriendly face: Super Eagles striker Iheanacho disappointed over bench role at Sevilla
Published: December 03, 2024
Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho is increasingly frustrated by his limited playing opportunities at Spanish La Liga club Sevilla. The 2013 Fifa U17 World Cup Golden Ball winner has been criticized by Sevilla and Super Eagles fans for his poor performance since the start of the 2024-2025 season.The Rojiblancos si...
Heartbreak for Uche: Injury strikes after woodwork denial in Getafe's loss to Real Madrid
Published: December 01, 2024
Nigerian midfielder Christantus Uche sustained an injury during Real Madrid's 2-0 win against Getafe at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday evening. The home side opened the scoring in the 30th minute when Jude Bellingham confidently converted a penalty, showcasing his unique run-up style as he skipped towards the ball an...