Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar has been left out of Valencia's pre-season tour in England due to a hamstring injury sustained during a friendly against Castellón. The injury was diagnosed as a minor muscle tear, prompting head coach Carlos Corberán to prioritize Sadiq's recovery by keeping him in Spain for rehabilitation. Reports suggest that if his recovery goes well, he could return to full training within 10 days, making him available for Valencia's opening La Liga match against Celta Vigo. Meanwhile, Sadiq's international future with the Super Eagles is uncertain as he considers retirement following Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He has not played for Nigeria since November 2024 and has been left out of recent squads, although he clarified that this is not due to any disagreement with the coaching staff. As Valencia continues their preparations in England, Sadiq remains focused on his recovery and future career decisions.
NigeriaNewsFeed summary based on reporting from Gistreel.
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