Iheanacho Snubs Celtic, Heads for Turkish Super Lig

Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho has completed a surprising move to Turkish club Bursaspor, signing a three-year contract that will keep him there until 2029. The 29-year-old joins as a free agent after his contract with Scottish champions Celtic concluded on June 30. Despite Celtic's efforts to retain him with new terms, Iheanacho opted for a new challenge in Turkey, swayed by Bursaspor's significantly improved financial offer.

Bursaspor officially announced the signing with a creative Odyssey-themed video, generating buzz among fans in Turkey and Nigeria. Iheanacho will now play in the same country as fellow Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen. This move marks another significant chapter for Iheanacho, whose career has included stints with Manchester City, Leicester City, Sevilla, and most recently, Celtic.

During his time at Celtic, Iheanacho made a considerable impact despite limited playing time due to injuries in the 2025-26 season. He scored nine goals in 24 appearances, often proving to be a reliable match-winner from the bench. His late, decisive goals were crucial in Celtic's successful defense of the Scottish Premiership title, including dramatic winners against Motherwell, Dundee, and Hibernian. He concluded his Celtic tenure by scoring in the Scottish Cup final victory, helping the club secure a domestic double.