Valencia striker Umar Sadiq misses England pre‑season tour with hamstring injury

Nigerian international forward Umar Sadiq, 29, was ruled out of Valencia CF’s pre‑season tour of England after sustaining a hamstring injury in a friendly against Castellón. Medical tests identified a minor muscle tear, prompting head coach Carlos Corberán to keep the striker in Spain for rehabilitation at the club’s Paterna training complex. The injury is not deemed serious; the player is expected to resume full training within about ten days and could be available for Valencia’s La Liga opener against Celta Vigo.

Sadiq’s absence also comes as he weighs his future with the Nigeria national team. Following the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, he has hinted at possibly retiring from international football, though he denies any dispute with coach Eric Chelle. The striker has not featured for Nigeria since late 2024 and remains undecided about his long‑term international plans.