Iheanacho Defends Bursaspor Move, Praises Turkish League
Kelechi Iheanacho, a forward for the Super Eagles, has addressed claims regarding his summer transfer from Scottish champions Celtic to Turkish second-tier club Bursaspor, stating it was a personal decision rather than driven by financial incentives. Speaking with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) ahead of a friendly against Russia, the 29-year-old emphasized that despite his success at Celtic, where he helped secure a domestic double, he chose not to extend his contract.
Iheanacho defended the competitive standards of Turkey's 1. Lig, asserting that it is a genuinely tough division.
He has adapted well to his new environment, scoring 11 goals and providing 2 assists in just eight league games for Bursaspor. His impressive performance has led to a recall to the national team under coach Eric Chelle, as the Super Eagles prepare to face Russia.
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