Celtic pursues Kelechi Iheanacho amid competition from Middle East clubs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 8:05 AM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Kelechi Iheanacho is considering offers from various clubs, including those from Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Martin O’Neill has confirmed ongoing negotiations with the forward, who played a key role in Celtic's recent Scottish Premiership and Scottish Cup success. While Iheanacho expresses a desire to stay with the team, he has not made a final decision and is weighing lucrative offers from multiple sources, which include Turkish and MLS clubs. The situation remains open as the transfer window progresses.
- •Iheanacho is assessing offers from clubs in Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
- •Martin O’Neill confirmed discussions with Iheanacho.
- •Iheanacho contributed significantly to Celtic's recent double victory.
- •Various clubs, including in Turkey and MLS, are interested in the striker.
- •Iheanacho has yet to reach a final decision on his future.
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Celtic’s Kelechi Iheanacho pursuit faces Middle East competition
"Kelechi Iheanacho is continuing to assess his next move, with clubs from Saudi Arabia and Qatar reportedly among those hoping to secure his signature.3rd May 2026; Easter Road, Edinburgh, Scotland: Sc...
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