Sadiq points to badge after making it 0-2 at Burgos in Copa del Rey | OneFootball

Umar Sadiq underlined his commitment with a pointed celebration after making it 0-2 at Burgos in the Copa del Rey, smiling at the travelling fans before touching the Valencia badge. According to Superdeporte, he pushed to join in the summer and again this winter, willing to reduce his salary, but Real Sociedad resisted and he could even have arrived in time to face Celta had they cooperated.

Valencia had led at the break through Rubo Iranzo from a set piece. With Diego López, Ramazani and Sadiq on the pitch, Corberán’s side were seeking confidence before facing Getafe.

Sadiq spurned a first-half opening when a loose Ramazani pass and a heavy touch denied him as he closed in on goal. After the interval, with the same protagonists involved, he scored with his first effort on target, lifting the ball cleverly into the net.

The Nigerian returned to Mestalla less than a week earlier against Elche, and on his first start he found the net.

After the Elche draw and jeers at Mestalla, he used social media to tell supporters he would fight to bring them joy, reinforcing a commitment shown whenever selected.

During his 2024/25 loan he played 19 official matches for Valencia and recorded six league goals, numbers that persuaded the sporting department to make the move permanent in January 2026. Beyond the raw data, his physical presence and timely finishes helped a struggling side collect important points.

Source: Superdeporte