Kelechi Iheanacho, born on the 3rd of October 1996 in Nigeria, currently holds the position of a forward, typically as a striker, for Celtic. Standing tall at 6ft (1.85m) and weighing a robust 12st 12lb (82kg), he's a force to reckon with on the field. Iheanacho proudly sports the number 17 jersey.
As per data available from Transfermarkt, Iheanacho's market value hovers at an impressive £3.2m.
Iheanacho embarked on his professional career in earnest in January 2014 when he joined the ranks of Manchester City in England's Premier League. Throughout the 2015-2016 season, he made a noteworthy contribution to the team with eight goals spread across 26 first team appearances. The 2016-2017 season saw him keep consistent form with four goals across 20 appearances.
In August of 2017, Iheanacho secured a £25m transfer to Leicester City, then competing in the English Championship. In the seasons from 2017 to 2024 with Leicester City, he proved to be a reliable asset with a steady stream of goals. Over seven seasons, he made 173 appearances and scored a commendable total of 30 goals.
In July 2024, a career milestone came his way in the form of a transfer to the illustrious Spanish side, Sevilla, a team competing in LaLiga. In the ensuing 2024-2025 season, Iheanacho saw less field time but still managed to make his mark with nine appearances.
February 2025 brought Iheanacho back to English football. Sevilla loaned him to Championship side Middlesbrough, where he appeared 15 times, marking one goal. On finishing his loan period, Iheanacho briefly returned to Sevilla in June 2025.
The latest significant move in Iheanacho's career occurred in September 2025, bringing him to Celtic in Scotland's Premiership. For the ongoing 2025-2026 season, Iheanacho has already made five first-team appearances and two goals. Furthermore, he has shone in the League Cup for Celtic with two starts and proven crucial for the Europa League campaign, netting one goal within two starts and three substitute appearances.
