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September 07, 2025
Kelechi Iheanacho warned Celtic prep talk is pointless as old Man City pal insists last year won't define him
Brendan Rodgers swooped for his former Leicester City striker on a free after his Sevilla exit and Joe Hart has backed him to succeed
**Iheanacho Ready to Prove Himself, Warns Against Dwelling on the Past**
Kelechi Iheanacho is poised to make his mark at Celtic, and former Manchester City teammate Joe Hart is backing him all the way, urging everyone to forget about last year's struggles. Iheanacho recently joined the Scottish giants on a free transfer after his departure from Sevilla, reuniting him with manager Brendan Rodgers, who previously coached him at Leicester City.
While anticipation builds around Iheanacho's arrival, Hart, who shared a dressing room with the Nigerian striker during their time at Manchester City, has issued a clear message: last season is irrelevant. Speaking to reporters, Hart emphasized that Iheanacho possesses the talent and drive to succeed at Celtic, regardless of any perceived setbacks he might have faced recently.
"Kelechi is a fantastic player," Hart stated. "He's got a natural eye for goal and a work ethic that's second to none. What happened last year, whether it was lack of game time or whatever the reason, doesn't define him. He's coming to Celtic with a fresh start and a manager who knows how to get the best out of him."
Hart also cautioned against overanalyzing past performances or relying too heavily on pre-match assessments. He believes that focusing on the present and allowing Iheanacho to express himself on the field is crucial. "All the prep talk in the world is pointless if you don't let a player like Kelechi do what he does best," Hart explained. "He needs to be given the freedom to attack and create chances. If he gets that, he'll thrive."
Brendan Rodgers' decision to bring Iheanacho to Celtic Park is seen as a shrewd move by many. The pair enjoyed a productive relationship at Leicester City, and Rodgers clearly believes that he can unlock Iheanacho's full potential once again. With Hart's backing and Rodgers' guidance, Iheanacho is determined to prove himself to the Celtic faithful and leave any past disappointments firmly behind him. The striker is expected to add significant firepower to Celtic's attack and play a key role in their pursuit of domestic and European success.
Kelechi Iheanacho is poised to make his mark at Celtic, and former Manchester City teammate Joe Hart is backing him all the way, urging everyone to forget about last year's struggles. Iheanacho recently joined the Scottish giants on a free transfer after his departure from Sevilla, reuniting him with manager Brendan Rodgers, who previously coached him at Leicester City.
While anticipation builds around Iheanacho's arrival, Hart, who shared a dressing room with the Nigerian striker during their time at Manchester City, has issued a clear message: last season is irrelevant. Speaking to reporters, Hart emphasized that Iheanacho possesses the talent and drive to succeed at Celtic, regardless of any perceived setbacks he might have faced recently.
"Kelechi is a fantastic player," Hart stated. "He's got a natural eye for goal and a work ethic that's second to none. What happened last year, whether it was lack of game time or whatever the reason, doesn't define him. He's coming to Celtic with a fresh start and a manager who knows how to get the best out of him."
Hart also cautioned against overanalyzing past performances or relying too heavily on pre-match assessments. He believes that focusing on the present and allowing Iheanacho to express himself on the field is crucial. "All the prep talk in the world is pointless if you don't let a player like Kelechi do what he does best," Hart explained. "He needs to be given the freedom to attack and create chances. If he gets that, he'll thrive."
Brendan Rodgers' decision to bring Iheanacho to Celtic Park is seen as a shrewd move by many. The pair enjoyed a productive relationship at Leicester City, and Rodgers clearly believes that he can unlock Iheanacho's full potential once again. With Hart's backing and Rodgers' guidance, Iheanacho is determined to prove himself to the Celtic faithful and leave any past disappointments firmly behind him. The striker is expected to add significant firepower to Celtic's attack and play a key role in their pursuit of domestic and European success.
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