After months of speculation and "will-they-won't-they" drama, the deal was finalized on Thursday, January 8, 2026, for a fee reported to be €4 million plus €1 million in performance-based add-ons.
The Return of the "Mestalla Hero"
Sadiq is no stranger to the passion of the Valencia faithful. He spent the second half of the 2024/25 season on loan at the club, where he became an instant icon by scoring 6 goals in 19 appearances, single-handedly helping the club secure its top-flight status.
Despite Valencia’s failure to trigger his buy-option last summer due to financial constraints, Sadiq never hid his desire to return. He was even spotted wearing a Valencia shirt during the off-season—a move that reportedly soured his relationship with the Real Sociedad hierarchy.
Contract Details: A Long-Term Commitment
Valencia haven't just signed Sadiq for a quick fix; they are building for the future under head coach Carlos Corberán.
• Contract Duration: Until June 2028.
• Transfer Fee: €4,000,000 (Initial) + €1,000,000 (Add-ons).
• Availability: Sadiq has already passed his medical and is expected to be in the squad for Sunday’s clash against Elche.
Player Profile: Sadiq by the Numbers
| Feature | Details |
| Full Name | Umar Sadiq Mesbah |
| Age | 28 (Born Feb 2, 1997) |
| Previous Club | Real Sociedad |
| New Club | Valencia CF |
| Position | Centre-Forward |
| Height | 1.91m (6'3") |
"The Happiest Guy in the World"
In his first official interview after the unveiling, Sadiq couldn't hide his emotions:
"I’ve been waiting since last summer and, finally, I’m here. I’m the happiest guy in the world. I wanted to come back; I’ve done everything possible. Valencia CF is one of the biggest clubs in Spain... they never abandon the club."
With Valencia currently battling in the lower half of the table, Corberán is banking on Sadiq’s physical presence and "hunger" to fire the Bats back into European contention.