Kelechi Iheanacho Provides Cryptic Update on His Future Amid Leicester City’s Championship Victory

• Leicester City claimed the EFL Championship following their fixture against Blackburn
• Nigeria’s Kelechi Iheanacho has been linked with a move away from the EFL Champions
• The former Man City star provided a cryptic update on his future following the title triumph

Kelechi Ihaenacho has seen his immediate future become a huge topic of discussion after reports heralded the scenes that the forward featured at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), much to the dismay of club manager, Enzo Maresca.

The 27-year-old, who played for Nigeria at the tournament despite carrying a slight injury, has seen a significant decrease in his playing time since returning to Leicester City.

The Super Eagles star has only played for 57 minutes out of a possible 1,350 in the Championship since his return from the AFCON.

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With his fortunes at the club taking a turn, Iheanacho has been linked with a move away from the King Power Stadium, with a transfer to Premier League side Aston Villa being a distinct possibility.

Amidst the ongoing speculation about his future, the 2023 AFCON finalist has provided a cryptic update on what lies ahead.

Iheanacho provides a cryptic update on his future

During the title celebrations at the King Power Stadium, the Nigerian forward was seen wearing a shirt with the inscription,

"We've got history, when I'm gone, you will miss me."

This message seems to be a subtle nod to Leicester City and their fans, whom he represented for over seven seasons.

In an interview with journalist, Oma Akatugba, at the title celebrations, Iheanacho was quizzed about his feelings following Leicester's promotion to the Premier League. He responded,

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"I feel good, I feel great, it's a massive achievement."

When questioned about his future, Iheanacho gave a sketchy response, saying,

"I don't know for now, I'm still a Leicester City player."

During his seven-year tenure at the King Power Stadium, Iheanacho scored 61 goals in 232 appearances, according to data from Fotmob.

Finidi’s contract situation discussed

Sports Brief in a previous report stated a few reasons why the newly appointed coach of the Super Eagles, Finidi George, is yet to sign a contract.

Despite being announced as the manager of the Nigerian team, the 53-year-old is still waiting to sign a contract as the NFF has yet to agree on terms with his current club, Enyimba.