Valencia CF09 January 2026

Sadiq: “At Valencia CF I feel at home”

The Nigerian striker at his presentation as a Valencia CF player

Valencia CF’s new striker, Sadiq Umar, spoke to the media this Friday on the occasion of his signing for the club.

Effort from both sides to complete his arrival
“I’m very happy to be back here. It’s a pleasure to be here and to represent Valencia CF. I feel at home and loved, and that motivated me even more to come. The Club always insisted on bringing me here. From day one I fell in love with the Club and its fans.”

Contact with Valencia CF teammates
“I’ve been in contact with my teammates to wish them luck. I’ve watched almost all of Valencia CF’s matches whenever I’ve been able to.”

Corberán
“The best coach for players is the one who gives you opportunities, and he gave me them last season. Corberán can give me that push to bring out the best in me.”

Elche CF
“I’m doing well, both mentally and physically. Today I’ve already told them that I’m ready to start working right away.”

Signing for Valencia CF
“During the summer I was close to coming back, although an agreement wasn’t reached. The important thing is that I’m here now, and it’s thanks to everyone’s effort.”

Ramazani
“I’ve known him for a long time; he’s a good teammate and I think he can help the team.”

Individual objective
“The most important thing is to help the team on a daily basis and return Valencia CF to where it belongs.”

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