Celtic preparing exit door for one first-team player

Celtic remains highly focused on the future of Kelechi Iheanacho, as all signs point to the Nigerian striker leaving the club at the end of the season.

His arrival as a free agent in September 2025 did not generate the impact Martin O’Neill expected within the squad. Between injuries and rotation decisions, Iheanacho has been unable to showcase his potential or secure a regular starting place.

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Kelechi Iheanacho’s departure from Celtic is imminent.

The Celtics Bhoys report on the player’s situation, noting that Iheanacho has played 12 matches but has not reached the expected level of performance since signing.

In contrast, players like Junior Adamu and Tomas Cvancara have had an immediate impact, scoring crucial goals and establishing themselves as solid options in both starting and rotational roles.

This situation has further relegated the Nigerian striker, who has been unable to find consistency or a prominent role. Given this situation, all signs point to Kelechi Iheanacho leaving Celtic once his contract expires.

Martin O’Neill is looking for a team that can compete more effectively at the European level and knows he needs young, ambitious players eager to achieve the club’s goals. Those lacking this ambition will not be part of the squad.