The Nigerian attacker could debut against the Colchonero club
Considered the best signing that closed the Real society in this market, Umar Sadik is one of the letters that I could use Imanol Sheriff this Saturday. The Nigerian striker reached the painting from San Sebastian for a sum of 20 kilos, which meant almost a bargain for a footballer with such characteristics.
Despite the fact that his incorporation took place yesterday, the African could be in the match against him Atletico Madrid in the Royal Sand. Even the Basque coach stated that he has all the options to be a starter, since this season he has played all three games as a starter with the jersey of the Almeria.
Imanol Alguacil trusts 100% in Umar Sadiq to go out on the pitch tomorrow at the Reale Arena
In the press conference prior to the match against the Madrid team, the Basque coach referred to the probability that his new signing will start. “Sadiq can get out of the starting lineup. Of course. In Almería he has already shown that he was fine. He has played all three games. He is very well physically. If I bet on him, it’s a sign that he’s fine”.
Sadiq is clearly the replacement for Alexander Isak, as their conditions are very similar, and as most know, the Swede was the undisputed starter for Sheriff. Although Alexander Sorloth and Momo Cho are also on the bench, the Nigerian is the favorite to jump on tomorrow as the starting striker.
Sadiq and his clear objective of breaking Atlético’s lines, this is what Imanol Alguacil expects
The Basque coach also referred to what he hopes to find this Saturday when he faces Atlético. Basically, he pointed out that the Colchonero club continues to play with its defensive style and that its 5 line can only be penetrated by fast and technical players. That is where the figure of Sadiq comes in, who is an expert in entering the opposing defensive zones.
“What game do I expect tomorrow? Very similar to the last few years. Lately they throw defense of five, we will see. They have variants for the players they have. We have defined the style both them and us. Atlético will be a tough rival, as always. We play with our people and with the desire to win” sentenced Imanol Alguacil at a press conference.
