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Noah Sadiki
Central Midfield / Democratic Republic of the Congo
Central Midfield
21
Democratic Republic of the Congo
€35.0M
Profile
Key strength: Work rate
Box-to-box midfielder
At just 20 years old, DR Congo international Noah Sadiki represents Sunderland's ambitious youth-driven project as they navigate mid-table obscurity from 10th position. The €17m-rated midfielder arrived from RSC Anderlecht's famed academy in July 2025 on a five-year deal, bringing with him the progressive passing DNA that the Belgian club is renowned for. Despite limited action with just one appearance and 90 minutes under his belt, Sadiki has already left his mark - literally - with two yellow cards suggesting the combative edge Sunderland desperately need in the engine room. His versatility offers manager options: he can anchor the midfield or even deputize at right-back. With a perfectly balanced statistical profile across pace, passing, and defensive attributes, Sadiki embodies the modern box-to-box midfielder. As the Black Cats look to climb away from the Championship's congested mid-table, this young talent's ability to break lines with progressive passing could become a crucial weapon in their push for promotion contention.