After rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament, Nigerian attacker Umar Sadiq might miss the remainder of the season.

The injury was sustained by Sadiq during Real Sociedad’s 2-1 loss to Getafe on Sunday night.

The striker’s injury was updated on Monday by Real Sociedad.

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A rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament has been identified in Sadiq.

 “The player will undergo surgical treatment,”reads a statement on the club’s official website.

” Further information will be provided in the coming days.”

“We’ll be celebrating your goals soon! Go Sadiq!

“Send your message of support to the striker”

On the final day of transfers, the 25-year-old player transferred from Almeria, another LaLiga team, to Real Sociedad.

Due to the defeat, he will not play in Nigeria’s international friendly against Algeria.