Villarreal Pull Out as Real Sociedad Eye Mega Million Move to Sign Super Eagles Striker

Villarreal have pulled out in the race to sign Nigerian striker Umar Sadiq and Real Sociedad have reportedly emerged as the Spanish La Liga giants interested in the Super Eagles star.

The Yellow Submarine were strongly linked with the signing of Umar Sadiq this summer due to his impressive performances, but they were unable to meet Almeria's asking price.

Last season, Sadiq Umar produced incredible performances for Almeria as he helped them to secure promotion back to the topflight which made him become a target for many sides.

Why is Real Sociedad interested in Sadiq Umar?

According to the reports on GOAL and Daily Post, Real Sociedad are in the market for a new striker after selling Alexander Isak to Newcastle United last week.

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The club are keen to bring in Sadiq as his replacement are in discussion with Almeria for his transfer.

So far this term, Sadiq Umar has scored two goals in three league appearances for Almeria this season.

The petite striker has also been incredible in the Super Eagles as he was among the Nigerian players who featured in the 2021 African Cup of Nations.

Coach Salisu Yusuf Reveals How Super Eagles Will Beat Ghana in Abuja

Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Salisu Yusuf, who is the head coach of the Super Eagles team B, has stated emphatically that his wards are now aware of Ghana's strength and capability ahead of the CHAN second leg qualifiers.

Last Friday, the Super Eagles team B travelled to Cape Coast for the clash against the Black Stars which they lost 2-0 as the likes of Andy Okpe and Afeez Nasiru were unable to shine.

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Before the encounter, Salisu Yusuf explained that the Super Eagles would try to get a decent result against their big rivals, who are now one leg in picking the ticket for the 2023 CHAN.

As things stand now, Salisu Yusuf and his boys will have to record a 3-0 win in the return leg against Ghana when they meet in Abuja on Sunday, 3 September.

Coach Salisu Yusuf is optimistic that his wards can still turn things around against Ghana in Abuja.