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Iheanacho Can Offer Celtic Greater Attacking Quality – Sutton

From The Punch · (7m ago) English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho has been advised to add more attacking quality to Celtic FC, despite limited playing time this season.
  • Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton believes Iheanacho's strengths lie in possession and holding the ball, contrasting with teammate Daizen Maeda's pressing ability.
  • Iheanacho, whose contract expires in the summer, is eager to impress, having scored six goals in 19 games across all competitions so far.

In the vibrant footballing landscape of Scotland, the potential of Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho at Celtic FC remains a topic of keen interest. Despite a season marked by injury and limited minutes, former Hoops star Chris Sutton has thrown his support behind the Super Eagles forward, emphasizing his valuable contributions in possession.

Sutton's analysis highlights a tactical nuance within Celtic's setup. He suggests that while Daizen Maeda's relentless pressing is crucial for the team's energy, Iheanacho offers a different, yet equally important, dimension: the ability to hold the ball and provide greater attacking quality. This perspective is particularly relevant for Nigerian football enthusiasts who have followed Iheanacho's career, from his U-17 World Cup triumph to his spells in Spain and now Scotland.

He can give Celtic greater quality, in terms of holding the ball in.

— Chris SuttonFormer England and Celtic striker, commenting on Kelechi Iheanacho's potential contribution to the team.

As Iheanacho's contract nears its end, his hunger to make a mark is palpable. His recent form, with six goals in 19 appearances, including three in his last five games, speaks volumes about his determination. For fans in Nigeria and Celtic supporters alike, the coming weeks are crucial, offering a glimpse of the impact Iheanacho can have when fully fit and integrated into the team's strategy. His journey at Celtic is a narrative of resilience and a quest to recapture his scoring touch.

That pressing is something which Martin O’Neill feels that Iheanacho can’t do.

— Chris SuttonFormer England and Celtic striker, explaining why Iheanacho might not be a regular starter over Daizen Maeda.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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