“Zaidu Sanusi should consider FC Porto exit if possible” – Garba Lawal

Former Nigeria international, Garba Lawal has urged Super Eagles defender, Zaidu Sanusi to consider other options away from FC Porto when the opportunity comes calling.

There have been speculations of Zaidu Sanusi’s possible departure from the Portugal giants following his struggles with injury in the past years.

The left-back has been linked with several clubs including Leeds United but the 26-year-old has denied any concrete approach from any club. Reacting to the transfer talks, Lawal believes leaving the Portuguese club could help Sanusi rediscover his lost form.

“Injuries have been unkind to Zaidu, even though injuries are part of the game. I heard Porto are looking to sell him, and I think it is time to also move on. He is a very good defender who can also play as a wing-back, so it should not be hard for him to find a club. But if Porto want to sell him, then he can move,” Lawal told Footy-Africa.

“I really wish he can stay in Portugal because that is where he has been basically all his career, and he speaks the language well, so it will be easier there. However, Spain and La Liga is also a fantastic option for him if the club can get the deal done. It will be a great move, playing in Spain, which is similar to Portugal. I hope he gets a move and starts playing again.”

Sanusi joined Porto from Santa Clara in 2020 and has made over 100 appearances for the Dragons, winning multiple domestic titles. However, recurring injuries have limited his impact over the past year, which has now prompted talks of a summer departure.