Iheanacho Admits Fighting to Be Fit for New La Liga Season
Kelechi Iheanacho has expressed his hopes of being fully fit for the start of the new La Liga season after his transfer to Sevilla. Having signed a two year contract, Iheanacho admitted that he is not yet at 100% fitness.
Iheanacho has been undergoing personal training with a coach to improve his fitness. He mentioned that he is not far from reaching full fitness and hopes to join the team soon to complete his fitness regime.
Sevilla will begin their new season on August 16 against Las Palmas. Iheanacho joined Sevilla as a free agent after his contract with Leicester City expired this summer. He is expected to be a direct replacement for Moroccan striker Youssef En Nesyri, who transferred to Fenerbahçe.
Iheanacho acknowledged the differences between his playing style and that of En Nesyri. He expressed admiration for En Nesyri's contributions to Sevilla and wished him well in his new club.
Editorial
Kelechi Iheanacho's transfer to Sevilla marks an exciting new chapter in his career. As he works towards full fitness, his dedication to personal training is a testament to his commitment to making an immediate impact at his new club. Iheanacho's openness about his current fitness level and his proactive approach to getting match ready reflect his professionalism and determination.
Joining Sevilla as a free agent, Iheanacho brings a wealth of experience from his time in the Premier League with Leicester City. His versatility as a forward will be an asset to Sevilla, providing different attacking options compared to his predecessor, Youssef En Nesyri. Iheanacho's ability to adapt and his readiness to take on new challenges will be crucial as he integrates into the team.
The new season's opener against Las Palmas on August 16 will be a significant test for both Iheanacho and Sevilla.