AFCON 2025 To Hinder Umar Sadiq's Valencia Move

AFCON 2025 To Hinder Umar Sadiq's Valencia Move

Ibrahim Lateef

As the January transfer window approaches, Valencia’s interest in Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq remains strong, with Carlos Corberán viewing him as one of the top targets, reports BSNSports.com.ng.

However, a significant factor may cause Ron Gourlay to reconsider Sadiq’s potential involvement in the Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled to take place in Morocco from December 21st to January 18th.

Reports from AS suggest that Sadiq's quest to regain his place in the Super Eagles could complicate Valencia's decision to pursue his signing aggressively, especially if they consider a paid loan.

His participation in AFCON would mean missing a considerable portion of January's LaLiga fixtures.

It’s important to note that Sadiq has not played for the Super Eagles in exactly a year, having logged just one minute against Rwanda during the AFCON qualifiers.

Though he was recalled in March, he was not utilized in either match during that international window and has been excluded from Éric Chelle's last four squad selections.

However, if Sadiq continues to make strides at Real Sociedad, having played 40 minutes in LaLiga, he stands a strong chance of making a comeback to the national team.

His absence has allowed Sevilla’s Akor Adams to shine, as he debuted in October and has already netted two goals in three matches.