Getafe manager, Jose Bordalás has heaped praise on Super Eagles prospect Christantus Uche following his standout performance in their emphatic 4-0 La Liga victory over Real Valladolid on Sunday. The young midfielder’s contribution proved pivotal as Getafe produced one of their most convincing displays of the season.

The 21-year-old Nigerian midfielder was instrumental in Getafe’s win, registering two assists in the first half to set the tone for the dominant display. His exceptional awareness, precision in passing, and decision-making under pressure highlighted his rapid development in Spain’s top-flight league.

Uche’s vision, composure, and creativity in the final third were evident throughout the match. His ability to unlock tight defenses with intelligent passes and his quick adaptation to the pace of La Liga have made him a vital cog in Getafe’s midfield. With this performance, he helped Getafe climb to 11th place in the La Liga standings, boosting their confidence heading into the final stretch of the season.

Since arriving from Spanish third-tier side Ceuta for just €500,000 last summer, Uche has steadily grown in stature. Despite making a big leap to La Liga, he has managed to establish himself as one of Getafe’s most exciting young players. His journey is even more remarkable considering he had never played professional football before this season.

He has now tallied three goals and five assists in 28 league appearances this season; an impressive return for a player adapting to a new level of competition. His energy, tactical intelligence, and willingness to learn have won over both fans and the coaching staff.

Speaking after the match, Bordalás commended Uche’s development and positional versatility. He explained how the coaching staff had to reinvent Uche’s role on the pitch, transitioning him from a central midfielder to a more attacking role. The adjustment paid off, allowing the youngster to showcase his full range of talents.

“Uche is a kid who hadn’t played professional football, who had been playing as a central midfielder,” Bordalás told *Futbol Fantasy*. “We had to adapt him as a striker in the first league game. And, well, from then on, he’s been playing closer to a striker than a central midfielder.”

“We’ve been explaining to him that it’s a different position, that he had to be dynamic, play more facing forward, and he’s been understanding it and has been growing, obviously, as a footballer,” he added. Bordalás noted Uche’s eagerness to learn and ability to absorb tactical instructions as key factors behind his rapid transformation.

Though previously named in Nigeria’s preliminary squad for World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, Uche did not make the final selection. However, his consistent performances in Spain, coupled with his growing influence at Getafe, could soon catch the attention of Nigeria’s national team selectors once again.

As Getafe look to build on this strong result, they will now turn their attention to their next fixture, a home tie against Las Palmas. With Uche expected to retain his place in the starting lineup, fans will be eager to see if he can continue his upward trajectory and further cement his status as one of La Liga’s most promising breakout stars.