Hot in demand Partizan Belgrade Nigerian striker Sadiq Umar has been described as a fantastic talent who adds a different dimension to how teams attack when he is leading the line.
Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger who played with the 23 year old at Roma said he has the ability most players of his height struggle to unlock particularly when he plays with his back to goal.
Sadiq ended the season in Serbia with 17 goals and 17 assists in all competitions and according to Rudiger his ability to set up others makes him a rare kind of striker .
“ Sadiq is one lad who came through the ranks at Roma and quickly established himself in the first team. He was very quick and good with his back to goal. He adds a different dimension to how we attack and that’s same for any team”, he said while speaking on his time at Roma.
“ Back then in training he makes it difficult to play against him. His strength, skills and ability to bring others into play made him a huge success. I remember his rise very well “.
Ade Emmanuel
