SUPER Eagles forward, Kelechi Iheanacho has signed a
two-year contract extension to commit himself to Manchester City until 2021.
The 19-year-old Nigerian hit 14 goals in his breakthrough
campaign at the Etihad Stadium last term, and now looks set for a pivotal role
under new boss Pep Guardiola.
City's new boss has already made headway on a rapid
overhaul of his squad, but fresh terms for Iheanacho suggest the teenager will
continue to command regular first-team action.
"I can't express how I'm feeling, I'm very happy to
sign my deal for this club, I'm excited," Iheanacho told City's official
website.
"I just need to keep working hard and express my
feelings on the pitch, and work really well and do great things for the team.
"I'm happy and I appreciate everything the club has
done for me so far at this point so I really need to help and work for them as
well."
City boss Guardiola admitted Iheanacho has already
impressed with his approach since the former Barcelona manager arrived in the
north west over the summer.
'Kelechi is a natural goal-scorer. I knew about him before, but I've been really impressed
with him since I arrived. I like his personality, his attitude, his ability: we
hope to help him reach the highest level and to realise his full potential,' said Guardiola.
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