LaLiga: Real Sociedad looking for Umar Sadiq’s replacement; confirm his career is over for the season

Real Sociedad have confirmed Umar Sadiq’s season is over.

A signing made in the final days of the summer market from Almeria, the Nigeria striker has undergone knee surgery this week. He suffered an ACL injury against Getafe last weekend.

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La Real have confirmed Sadiq isn’t expected to play again this season.

As such, La Real management aim to sign a replacement – either using the free agency market or as an emergency transfer.

Sadiq had scored three goals in five LaLiga games this season.