Transfer: Iheanacho Reveals Motivation Behind Bursaspor Move
Kelechi Iheanacho says Bursaspor’s promotion push and European ambitions persuaded him to reject Celtic’s extension offer.
- Kelechi Iheanacho joined Turkish second-tier side Bursaspor on a free transfer last week, rejecting a contract extension with Scottish Champions Celtic. The 29-year-old Nigerian forward signed a three-year contract.
- Boss Martin O'Neill claimed the Parkhead giants had struck an agreement before Iheanacho performed a "U-turn" to accept a £23,000-a-week deal. The forward was convinced by Bursaspor's "big project" to return to the Turkish Super Lig.
- Last season, the forward scored 9 goals in 24 appearances for Celtic, helping the Hoops win a domestic double. He now aims to secure promotion, stating fans are "really positive and energetic."
- Iheanacho has joined his new teammates for preseason training and expressed excitement about the move. He noted the club's dark green and white kit reminds him of his time at Celtic.
- Bursaspor begins their league campaign with an away match at Bodrum on August 9, where Iheanacho hopes to make his debut. The club pursues promotion to the Turkish Super Lig and European competition.
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His departure caught many by surprise, particularly after Celtic manager Martin O'Neill disclosed that he believed the Nigerian forward had agreed to extend his stay at Parkhead before negotiations unexpectedly collapsed The post Why I joined Turkish Club Bursaspor-Iheanacho appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Transfer: Iheanacho reveals motivation behind Bursaspor move
Kelechi Iheanacho has revealed the reason behind his surprise transfer to Turkish second tier club Bursaspor. Iheanacho linked up with Bursaspor on a free transfer last week despite keen interest from Scottish Premiership champions Celtic. The forward impressed during his stay at Celtic last season, scoring vital goals to help the Hoops win a domestic […] Transfer: Iheanacho reveals motivation behind Bursaspor move
I joined ‘Big Team’ Bursaspor – Iheanacho breaks Silence on Shocking Move to Turkish Second tier
Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho has defended his move to Turkish second division side Bursaspor after walking away from an offer tabled by Scottish Champions Celtic to keep him at the club for at least another season. Kelechi Iheanacho who won a League double with Celtic last season opted out of contract talks with the Scottish giants and completed a shock move to the Turkish second division. Speaking on his move, the 29 year-old forward desc…
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