CELTIC new boy Kelechi Iheanacho has been speaking for the first time since his deadline-busting move to the Hoops.
The former Manchester City and Leicester frontman was reunited with old gaffer Brendan Rodgers shortly before the 11pm Europa League deadline on Tuesday night, having been released by Sevilla a day earlier.
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It’s been a move – and a transfer window in general – which not all Parkhead supporters have been appreciative about, but Iheanacho insists he’s excited to be a Celtic player and can’t wait to work with old gaffer Brendan Rodgers again.
Iheanacho claimed the League Cup with Man City and the FA Cup and Championship title with Leicester – and clearly wants to get his hands on some more silverware.
An unused sub as Rodgers’ Celtic side drew 3-3 with a star-studded City side back in 2016, Iheanacho is also looking forward to teaming up with former Leicester City team-mate Kasper Schmeichel again.
He told Celtic TV: “I’m really happy to be working with Brendan again.
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“He’s a great man and a great coach with a good personality, and I’m happy to be playing under him again.
“The gaffer knows me and he knows what I can offer, so I just can’t wait to get going.
“When I was at Leicester, I used to sit next to Kasper in the changing room, so I’ll be happy to see him again.
“It’s been a long time, so I’m looking forward to speaking to him again.
“I was on the bench for Manchester City at Celtic Park back in 2016. It was a cold night but it was such a massive atmosphere!
“The Celtic fans are incredible and I can’t wait to play for them now.
“I’ll always give my best for the fans. I can’t wait to share good times with them and play good football.”
He added: “I’m excited to be a Celtic player and I’m feeling really good about it.
“Celtic is a massive club and I’ve been following them for a long time.
“I’m happy to be a part of that now and hopefully it’ll be a great season.
“I’m looking forward to fighting for silverware with Celtic.
“In England, I won trophies so hopefully I can be a winner with Celtic as well.
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“I can’t wait to be a part of all of it and I’m very confident that I can bring a lot to the team.”
Rodgers is another man who clearly feels Iheanacho has a lot to offer.
He said: “I know Kelechi so well and what he can bring to the team. He is such a talented player, with great ability, athleticism and work-rate.
“I am sure he will love being at Celtic and I believe our fans will love what he brings.
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“He has great experience and he is right in his peak years so he can be a great signing for us.
“I am sure he will make a big contribution to the team.”
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