Iheanacho Signs for Scottish Champions Celtic

Omotayo Fashola

Sport

September 3, 2025

Iheanacho Signs for Scottish Champions Celtic

Kelechi Iheanacho has joined Scottish Premiership winners Celtic.

The Nigerian striker moved to Celtic on a free transfer after his departure from Sevilla in Spain.

The club has officially announced the signing of Iheanacho on a one-year contract.

Celtic shared the news on Facebook, stating:

“✍️ 🇳🇬 Celtic Football Club is pleased to confirm the signing of Kelechi Iheanacho on a one-year agreement, pending international clearance, with an option to extend for an additional year.”

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