Kelechi Iheanacho joins Bursaspor after leaving Celtic this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
Kelechi Iheanacho explained his move to Bursaspor following a controversial exit from Celtic. The Nigerian striker had aimed to continue at Parkhead but left after his contract expired without an agreement. In his first eight games in Turkey, he has scored 11 goals and provided two assists. On international duty with Nigeria, Iheanacho praised the competitiveness of Turkish football, expressing enjoyment in his new environment and highlighting the hidden talent of Nigerians in the league.
- •Iheanacho left Celtic after his contract expired this summer.
- •He has scored 11 goals and assisted twice for Bursaspor.
- •Iheanacho emphasized the competitive nature of Turkish football.
- •He is currently on international duty with Nigeria.
- 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Kelechi Iheanacho explains summer move after controversial Celtic departure
"Kelechi Iheanacho has opened up on his decision to join Bursaspor after leaving Celtic in controversial circumstances during the summer.The Nigerian striker had been keen to remain at Parkhead and mad...
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