Head coach of Valencia Carlos Corberán has showered encomiums on Nigerian international Sadiq Umar following his debut for the Spanish La Liga outfit.

Sadiq made his first Valencia appearance in his side's 2-0 victory over Eldense in the Copa del Rey on Tuesday, January 7.

Corberán, who joined Los Ches on a three-year deal on Christmas Eve from West Bromwich Albion in the Sky Bet Championship, lauded the former UD Almeria striker for his exceptional attitude.

“From day one he (Sadiq) has come with the necessary attitude and mentality to play for Valencia CF,” Corberán told reporters after the game.

“Whoever comes must come with that commitment and that intention to help. Today was a first step where he has shown that attitude necessary for this moment.”

Sadiq joined Valencia on loan from Real Sociedad last week after struggling to get game time at the Reale Arena.