Kelechi Iheanacho has explained the thinking behind his move to Turkish second-division side Bursaspor after his loan spell at Celtic, revealing that the club’s history and the seriousness of the opportunity helped convince him to make the switch.
The Super Eagles striker joined Bursaspor after spending last season with Celtic, where he scored nine goals in 24 appearances across all competitions.
Despite contributing to Celtic’s domestic campaign, Iheanacho ultimately moved on after the Scottish club delayed offering him a new contract.
Speaking to Bursaspor’s official media channel, the 30-year-old explained that transfer negotiations were largely handled by his representatives and club executives, allowing him to concentrate on football while the details were discussed.
“To be honest, I don’t talk much about transfer negotiations. I’m just trying to focus on my football. The transfer talks were handled between agents and executives. Of course, I was aware of the transfer negotiations and everything,” he said.
What convinced him to choose Bursaspor
Iheanacho said his agent kept him informed throughout the process, explaining the opportunity before the striker decided it was the right move.
“My agent told me that contact had been made and explained everything to me in detail. I was happy and said, ‘I think this is a good and interesting place.’
“We reviewed everything together and saw that it was a quite serious, concrete contract and situation. Then I said, ‘This is a good place to go; they have a good history and past.’ That’s why we said we could come here moving forward. We were a bit delayed, but in the end, we’re here and enjoying every moment.”
His comments offer an insight into why he opted for a new challenge in Turkey rather than continue waiting for clarity over his future in Scotland.
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The move has brought an encouraging start for Iheanacho, who has registered 16 goals and three assists in 12 league appearances for Bursaspor, according to the supplied reports.
His early form has given the Nigerian forward a strong platform to settle into his new surroundings and make an impact at his latest club.
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