Celtic eye free agent Iheanacho after Sevilla exit
There’s been a big talking point in Scottish football, and it’s all about Kelechi Iheanacho. The Nigerian striker, who once made his mark at Manchester City and Leicester, has suddenly become a free agent after his contract with Sevilla was mutually terminated right at the close of the transfer window. And now, Celtic are being linked as a potential destination.
Here’s how things have unfolded. Celtic, who were actively looking to strengthen their attack before the deadline, missed out on a couple of targets. Adam Idah, who had been on their radar, sealed a £6 million move to Swansea. Danish forward Kasper Dolberg ended up heading back to Ajax instead. Even Chelsea’s David Datro Fofana, who was considered an option, chose Charlton Athletic over a move north of the border. That left Celtic scrambling for alternatives, and Iheanacho’s sudden availability has pushed him right into the conversation.
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Now, this isn’t completely out of the blue. Brendan Rodgers, Celtic’s manager, knows Iheanacho well from their time together at Leicester City. In fact, a reunion was almost on the cards back in January when Celtic looked at bringing him in on loan from Sevilla. That move didn’t materialize, and Iheanacho instead went to Middlesbrough, though his impact there was limited—just one goal during his spell.
Despite that, Iheanacho’s pedigree can’t be ignored. He broke through at Manchester City, showing flashes of being a natural finisher, before moving to Leicester in a £20 million deal. Under Rodgers, he enjoyed some strong moments, particularly in cup competitions. That shared history could make Celtic a very realistic option for him now.
But the situation has some uncertainty. Although his contract termination means he’s free to sign outside of the transfer window, it’s still unclear if Celtic have actually advanced talks or whether they’re simply weighing him up as an option. Meanwhile, pundits have been voicing their concerns. Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton has said he believes the squad looks weaker now than it did at the start of the window, and ex-goalkeeper Benjamin Siegrist even took a cheeky dig at the club’s lack of late business.
As for Iheanacho himself, this could be a crucial career crossroad. At 28, he’s still got years to offer at a high level, but he needs a club where he’ll be trusted and given the minutes to rediscover form. Celtic, chasing domestic glory and with European ambitions, could provide that stage.
So, while nothing is sealed yet, the buzz around Iheanacho to Celtic is growing louder. His availability has created an unexpected twist in Scotland’s transfer scene, and fans will be eager to see if Rodgers pushes to bring a familiar face into his squad. This story might not be finished just yet.
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