La Liga giants, Sevilla FC, has officially confirmed the signing of Nigerian international and former Leicester City forward, Kelechi Iheanacho, Soccernet.ng reports.
The contract of the 2013 FIFA U-17 golden boy with the East-Midlands expired in June which ended his seven-year stint at the King Power stadium.
Meanwhile, the seven-time Europa League champions, Sevilla, emerged the frontrunner to secure the signature of the creative forward, with interests from top clubs in Europe for his signature.
Earlier, Soccernet.ng reported that the Nigerian was slated for a medical examination yesterday, and an official announcement would follow.
Confirmed! 🚨@soccernet_ng has been informed that Iheanacho is set to undergo a medical at Sevilla tonight. He is expected to sign the contract and officially become a player for Sevilla tomorrow. Iheanacho and Sevilla have agreed to a 2-year deal.https://t.co/67DZPJnjQE pic.twitter.com/1iPtfqzSal
— Ayomide Oguntimehin (@ayo_oguntimehin) July 30, 2024
The Super Eagles star has now penned a two-year contract with the Spanish club, bringing his free agency to an end and marking a significant addition to Sevilla’s attacking lineup.
🆕 Kelechi Iheanacho, incorporación para la delantera sevillista. 🇳🇬
¡Bienvenido! 🙌#WeareSevilla
— Sevilla Fútbol Club (@SevillaFC) July 31, 2024
Sevilla has further solidified its relationship with Nigerian football by signing Chidera Ejuke, and now, with Iheanacho’s transfer, the connection is set to grow even stronger.
This move will reunite the former Manchester City forward with his fellow Nigerian, Ejuke, mirroring his previous partnership with Wilfred Ndidi at Leicester City.
Despite finishing 14th in the previous season, Sevilla will not participate in the upcoming European campaign. However, Iheanacho’s skills will be crucial in the upcoming season.
