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Josh McCafferty

Celtic sign Kelechi Iheanacho: Contract length and what Brendan Rodgers has said

Celtic have confirmed the signing of Kelechi Iheanacho. 

The striker joins the Parkhead club on a one-year deal, with the option of another after recently being released by La Liga outfit Sevilla. 

Iheanacho worked under Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers at Leicester City.


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He comes in to replace Adam Idah, who departed for Swansea City in a move reported to be worth £7million on transfer deadline day. 

Capped 58 times by Nigeria, Iheanacho brings a wealth of international and Premier League experience to Celtic. 

Boss Rodgers said: “I know Kelechi so well and what he can bring to the team. He is such a talented player, with great ability, athleticism and work-rate.

“I am sure he will love being at Celtic and I believe our fans will love what he brings. He has great experience and he is right in his peak years so he can be a great signing for us. I am sure he will make a big contribution to the team.”

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