Valencia hold back Umar Sadiq as knee casts doubt on next match

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Umar Sadiq's involvement in Umar Sadiq Valencia's next match is still dependent on how he progresses. The Nigerian forward suffered a knock to his right knee during Wednesday's session and did not train with the rest of the squad.

The blow, in principle, does not appear to be a serious injury. For that reason, his involvement against Rayo Vallecano in matchday 13 has not been ruled out, although the coaching staff have preferred to act cautiously and avoid any unnecessary risks.

The final decision will depend on the discomfort the player continues to feel and on the signs he gives over the next few days. The international break gives the Valencia side time to keep a close eye on how the knee responds.

The team will have three days off before returning to training next Monday. That is when it will be assessed whether Sadiq can rejoin full group training as normal.

The situation calls for caution, although for now there is no particular cause for concern. His progress over the weekend will be decisive in determining whether the striker will be available to face Rayo Vallecano.