With his Porto contract talks stalled, Zaidu Sanusi could be closing in on a switch to Saudi Arabia after six years in Portugal.
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Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi could leave Portuguese champions FC Porto this summer, with Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah reportedly pushing to secure his services.
Sanusi is in the final year of his contract at Porto, and talks over a possible two-year extension have reportedly stalled due to disagreements over salary. Al-Qadsiah officials are understood to have held discussions with Porto’s hierarchy in recent hours over a potential transfer, with the Portuguese club open to letting the Nigerian leave and reportedly placing a €10 million valuation on him.
A Six-Year Fixture At Porto
Sanusi joined Porto from Santa Clara in August 2020 and has since become an established member of the Dragons’ squad, winning eight domestic honours during his time at the club. He has also previously been linked with moves to Serie A side Atalanta and English club Leeds United, though neither materialised.
📌 Did You Know?
- Sanusi’s eight domestic honours at Porto include multiple Primeira Liga titles and Taça de Portugal triumphs during his six years at the club.
- He began his European career in Portugal’s lower divisions before earning his move to Santa Clara, the club Porto signed him from in 2020.
- Al-Qadsiah, the Saudi club chasing his signature, has been among the Saudi Pro League sides actively recruiting established European-based talent in recent transfer windows.
- Sanusi is a regular fixture in Nigeria’s Super Eagles squad and has represented the country at multiple Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.
- Porto’s €10 million valuation reflects the fact that Sanusi is entering the final year of his contract, giving the club incentive to sell rather than risk losing him for free next summer.
