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Celtic manager shocks Iheanacho after sterling performance
Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has cast doubt over the future of Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho at the club following the end of the season.
Iheanacho joined Scottish champions Celtic F.C. on a one-year deal last summer after departing Spanish side Sevilla FC.
The forward initially struggled to make an impact but later impressed supporters with a string of strong performances towards the end of the campaign.
The 29-year-old capped his season with a stunning goal in Celtic’s 3-0 victory in the Scottish Cup final at Hampden Park last weekend.
Iheanacho scored nine goals in 24 appearances across all competitions for the Bhoys during the season.
Despite his late resurgence, uncertainty continues to surround his future at the club.
Speaking on the situation, O’Neill admitted he was unsure whether Celtic would retain the striker beyond the current campaign.
“Iheanacho keeps asking me, ‘What do you think, are they going to keep me on?’ I have no idea, mate. Don’t ask me, I am not the manager anymore,” O’Neill was quoted as saying
by The Scotsman.