Iheanacho Reportedly Opts for Bursaspor Move Over New Celtic Deal
Tthe striker has turned down fresh terms at Parkhead in favour of a move to newly promoted Turkish second tier side Bursaspor.
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Kelechi Iheanacho has reportedly chosen to join Turkish second-division new boys Bursaspor instead of accepting a fresh offer from Celtic.
The Super Eagles forward enjoyed a productive first season at Parkhead after joining as a free agent last year, having his Sevilla contract cancelled following the summer transfer window’s close. He scored nine goals for Celtic, six of them coming off the bench, and played a role in the club’s run of nine straight wins to close the season and secure a domestic double.
Injuries disrupted much of his campaign, however, limiting him to just two starts after October, a stretch that may have factored into his reported decision to move on rather than commit to another season in Scotland.
A product of Taye Football Academy in Owerri, the 29 year old has previously played for Manchester City, Leicester City, and Middlesbrough in England. A move to Bursaspor, who have just secured promotion to Turkey’s second tier, would represent a considerably lower profile step for a player of his pedigree, but potentially a less physically demanding one following his injury hit campaign.
Did You Know?
- Kelechi Iheanacho is a product of Taye Football Academy in Owerri.
- He joined Celtic as a free agent after his Sevilla contract was cancelled following the summer transfer window’s close.
- He scored nine goals for Celtic last season, six of them off the bench.
- Celtic won their final nine matches of the season to complete a domestic double.
- Iheanacho started just two matches after October due to injuries.
- Bursaspor have just secured promotion to Turkey’s second tier.
- Iheanacho previously played for Manchester City, Leicester City, and Middlesbrough in England.
