Sanusi’s Market Value Rises After Winning Double With Porto

Nigerian defender Zaidu Sanusi is having one of the best times of his professional career at the back of a successful season with his Portuguese club FC Porto.

Sanusi, who joined Porto from Santa Clara two years ago, further established himself as the number one left-back at the club in the just concluded 2021/22 campaign.

The Super Eagles star had a fantastic campaign, helping his club with the league title in Portugal. He made 24 appearances for them in the Liga Portugal and also contributed three goals, including his late effort that sealed the 30th title for Porto in a 1-0 win over rivals Benfica, as they reclaim the title from Sporting Lisbon.

The attack-minded left-full back netted in the fourth minute of added time when he completed a swift counter-attack to ensure his club won the title with nine points clear at the top of the table.

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In total, Sanusi made 40 appearances for the club in the just concluded season, including featuring in all the six matches his side played in the UEFA Champions League.

His contribution was also invaluable in the final of the Portuguese Cup, which Porto won 3-1 over Tondela to cap a glorious season for the 24-year-old. The podium finish sealed a double for him and his club.

It would have been shocking if his value had remained the same fall in the transfer market. He has been linked with a number of clubs across Europe, underlining his quality.

The Nigerian’s value has been experiencing a steady rise. In March this year, he was valued at €8 million; a €2 million increase from December 27, 2021.