Contrary to reports that Bundesliga giants, Borussia Dortmund have lined up a 25 million euros bid for Nigerian striker, Sadiq Umar, Spanish side, Villarreal are the “favourites” in the race for the striker’s signature.
Renowned transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano said there is no bid for the Almeria star-attacker from Dortmund.
He however said Villarreal are keen on signing the 25-year-old as a “priority”.
Romano said negotiations for the striker will continue but Borussia have not opened talks, as of now.
He tweeted: “There’s no €25m bid for Umar Sadiq from Borussia Dortmund, despite last rumours. Villarreal are the favourites in the race to sign Sadiq as priority. #transfers
Negotiations with continue but BVB have not opened official talks, as of now.”
Sadiq Umar made 76 appearances for Almeria in the Spanish second division, registering 38 goals. He helped the club gained promotion to serie A last season.
