Nigerian striker Sadiq Umar has shed light on the contentious injury incident that led to his departure from the Super Eagles camp during the recent tournament in Côte D'Ivoire.
The footballer, who initially made the 25-man squad, was sidelined due to an injury sustained just before Nigeria's opening group stage match against Equatorial Guinea on January 14th.
Despite being included in the initial list for the tournament, Sadiq Umar was unable to showcase his skills on the field. The injury setback prompted his return to Spain, where he sought recovery and rehabilitation. The specific nature of the injury became a subject of dispute, with conflicting reports from Nigerian medics and his club, Real Sociedad.
In a surprising turn of events, days after his return to Spain, Sadiq Umar was spotted actively participating in training sessions with Real Sociedad. This raised eyebrows, especially considering the initial diagnosis of a "Meniscus Injury" by the Nigerian medical team. Shortly after, he made a notable appearance in Real Sociedad's Copa del Rey clash in midweek.
Amidst the confusion, Sadiq Umar took to his social media platforms to release a statement clarifying the nature of his injury. According to him, the Nigeria medics had diagnosed a "Meniscus Injury," while his club, Real Sociedad, contradicted this by stating that he suffered a mere bruise. The conflicting reports have left fans and pundits questioning the transparency of the injury assessment process.
Sadiq Umar's journey from the Super Eagles camp to Real Sociedad's training ground and subsequent Copa del Rey appearance has sparked discussions within the football community. The conflicting information regarding his injury adds an intriguing layer to the narrative.
As the player resumes his duties with Real Sociedad, the controversy surrounding his departure from the national team continues to linger, leaving fans and observers eager for further clarification.
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