The Nigerian forward hopes to return to La Liga.
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nigerian striker Omar Sadiq His intentions for the winter transfer window have been made clear: he is determined to return to Valencia. The 28-year-old Real Sociedad striker has been sending consistent signals that he wants to return to a club where he feels truly valued and rediscovers his joy for the game, Fichajes reports.
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The call did not fall on deaf ears at Mestalla. Valencia’s sporting director is actively working on several reinforcement deals, with Sadiq’s name reportedly high on their list. This interest has been driven directly by head coach Carlos Corberan, who is said to be a keen admirer of the striker’s image and attributes.
Sadiq is no stranger to Valencia, where he spent last winter on loan to help salvage a difficult season. He quickly endeared himself to fans and technical staff alike with his unwavering work ethic, physical prowess and total commitment to the court. His contribution proved decisive in steering the team to safety in a dangerous second half.
However, this budding romance ended abruptly. Although the loan agreement included a purchase option, Valencia ultimately decided not to trigger it. The club did try to negotiate a permanent transfer in the summer, but talks broke down due to Real Sociedad’s firm stance. The Basque club flatly rejected Valencia’s offer, forcing a reluctant Sadiq to return to San Sebastian.