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Returns to Sevilla Iheanacho is returning to his parent club Sevilla after ending his half of season-long loan spell in Middlesbrough.

Impact Iheanacho featured in 15 games across all competitions for Middlesbrough while on loan from Sevilla, scoring one goal and providing two assists. The striker is now returning to his parent club with one year remaining on his contract, and might not stay long in Spain as several clubs around Europe are reportedly keen on signing him during the summer transfer window.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench spot Iheanacho (strain) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Iheanacho is back as expected Saturday, finding a spot on the bench after clearing his strain. He sees more of a rotational role, starting in five of his nine appearances while going unused consistently, so he should remain in a bench role in most cases moving forward.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Will be in squad Saturday Iheanacho (strain) is expected to be available for Saturday's game against Espanyol, manager Xavier Garcia Pimienta told media during his pre-match press conference Friday. "We hav...

Impact Iheanacho has been training with the club for the last two weeks, and while there are rumors of his departure, he'll remain in the squad and could be an option off the bench Saturday.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Iheanacho (strain) won't be an option for Saturday's match against Girona, manager Xavi Pimienta Garcia told media Friday. "Iheanacho trained with us Friday but is not ready to pla...

Impact Iheanacho is one of several Sevilla players who has been linked with an exit in January, but the forward is also focusing on recovering from an injury that has been affecting him over the last few weeks. His next chance to play will come against Espanyol on Saturday, Jan. 25.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Iheanacho (strain) is out for Saturday's game against Valencia, manager Xavi Garcia Pimienta told media Friday during his pre-match press conference. "He's dealing with the same in...

Impact The striker has been linked with a move away from Sevilla in the January transfer window, but he's also nursing a muscular injury, so it's uncertain if he'll suit up for Sevilla ever again based on the multiple rumors about his exit. If he stays with the club, his next chance to feature will come against Girona next Saturday, Jan. 18.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt strain Iheanacho is out for Saturday's match against Almeria due to a train, according to manager Garcia Pimienta. "Kelechi has returned from the holidays with a slight strain. "It's not...

Impact Iheanacho won't be an option for the club's round of 16 Copa Del Rey match on Saturday, as he suffered a strain during the break. Luckily for the forward, his issues only appear to be minor, likely meaning a quick turnaround. That said, he will hope to be an option when they return to La Liga play on Jan. 11 against Valencia.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Replaced on Saturday Iheanacho generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Leganes.

Impact Iheanacho had an underwhelming performance and was replaced by Jesus Navas in the 73rd minute. Iheanacho has played in seven games this season, starting four of those, but is yet to register a goal involvement.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots, can't score Iheanacho generated two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Mallorca.

Impact Iheanacho got the start since Isaac was listed on the bench due to fitness issues, but the Nigeria international couldn't take advantage of his opportunity. Isaac is likely to reclaim his starting role for Sunday's game against Girona, meaning Iheanacho would likely return to the bench.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Sevilla Iheanacho has agreed on a two year deal with Sevilla, with an option for another year.

Impact Iheanacho has spent most of his career in England, with Sevilla being his first La Liga team. He has been part of the Leicester organization since 2019, recording 60 starts in 110 appearances in the PL, scoring 29 goals with 21 assists. Since the club got relegated to the Championship, the forward only made 10 starts in 23 appearances, scoring five goals with an assist. With the forward bringing on a long pedigree, he is set to challenge for a starting role in the attack ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.

JULY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • SKY.COM

Records assist against West Ham Iheanacho created four chances and assisted a goal in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against West Ham in the season finale. He also took two shots in the match.

Impact Iheanacho linked up neatly with Harvey Barnes for the opening goal on Sunday, giving him five goals and five assists from 28 Premier League appearances (11 starts) on the campaign. But Leicester finished in 18th place and was relegated from the top division, meaning the 26-year-old striker will move down to the Championship if he stays with the Foxes for next season.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Newcastle Iheanacho (groin) will feature in Monday's clash with Newcastle United.

Impact Iheanacho returns to action after missing the previous three contests due to his groin issue. Prior to getting hurt, the forward made just two starts in his previous six outings in which he registered two goals on nine shots (six on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Iheanacho (groin) has been training fully with the team Thursday ahead of Monday's clash with Newcastle United. "Kelechi was in training today and he'll be in full training on Satu...

Impact Iheanacho returned to the grass in full training Thursday and could be back on the pitch as soon as Monday. This gives him a couple of days to train and rest, potentially leaving him in good status against Newcastle. The team would love to have him ready amid their fight from relegation with just two matches left in the campaign.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to train next week Iheanacho (groin) is expected back in training in the lead-up to the club's fixture against Newcastle United on May 22. Manager Dean Smith told reporters, "[Iheanacho is] due to tr...

Impact Iheanacho has missed the last two contests due to his groin problem and will be out of action for at least one more. In his last four contests (two starts), the forward recorded two goals on nine shots (six on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return before season ends Iheanacho (groin) has been progressing and could be back for the last two matches of the season, according to manager Dean Smith. "Kel has responded to treatment. He's not back for...

Impact It sounds like Iheanacho's timeline of return is sooner than expected after responding well to treatment from his groin injury. He's missed the last match after suffering the injury on April 25 against Leeds United. It would be a good boost to see the forward back before the campaign ends, with the team fighting to stay in the Premier League for next season. Iheanacho has so far totaled five goals and four assists in 26 appearances, nine of them coming as starts.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iheanacho set for spell on sidelines with thigh injury Leicester City’s Kelechi Iheanacho is set to be out for “a number of weeks” following the striker tearing his adductor muscle. The 26-year-o...

APRIL 28, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Out extended period Iheanacho will be out a "number of weeks" with a groin injury, according to manager Dean Smith. "He's got a tear in his adductor muscle. He's out for a number of weeks. I'm not goi...

Impact Iheanacho had been on a decent run of form under Dean Smith, producing a couple goals from eight shots in the last three matches. Unfortunately, this injury could keep him out the rest of the season. It's unknown what his future holds after being looked over the majority of the season by Brendan Rodgers to only show up on the score-sheet when given minutes. In his absence, Jamie Vardy and Patson Daka are likely to split time.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off holding groin Iheanacho (groin) limped off during the second half of Tuesday's clash with Leeds.

Impact Iheanacho was forced off with an apparent groin injury during the second half Tuesday. The forward made a darting run and was fouled before setting up a goal that was ruled off on a narrow offside. Iheanacho was replaced by Dennis Praet, who could see some starting time if the injury proves to be significant.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty Iheanacho scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Wolverhampton.

Impact Iheanacho netted the penalty kick Saturday to give him now two goals in the last two matches. In the last 11 games, he has started seven times while recording four goals and three assists. He would need just one assist to match his career high for a season.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kelechi Iheanacho, Leicester City restore deadlock v. Wolves | Premier League

APRIL 22, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Haaland ties EPL scoring record as City beats Leicester 3-1

Erling Haaland tied a Premier League scoring record as Manchester City increased the pressure on leader Arsenal with a 3-1 win over relegation-threatened Leicester

APRIL 15, 2023 • Associated Press

Kelechi Iheanacho spoils Manchester City clean sheet v. Leicester City | Premier League

APRIL 15, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores goal off bench Iheanacho subbed into Saturday's match against Manchester City at halftime, taking three shots and scoring a goal in the 3-1 defeat.

Impact Saturday's result had mostly been wrapped up by the time Iheanacho was introduced for the second half, but he still had a few dangerous moments and slotted home a rebounded shot to revive the match a little near the end. This was his fourth goal of the season and his first since February, but he's been fairly dangerous as a starter in the Premier League, with three goals, three assists and 18 total shots across his seven appearances in Leicester's XI.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots in loss Iheanacho had five shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Southampton.

Impact The Nigeria international was a constant threat in the attacking line and had quite a few chances to score, but he wasn't accurate and failed to find the back of the net time and time again. Iheanacho has now gone three straight games without finding the back of the net, but he's been the most productive player in a struggling Leicester attack with two goals and three assists over his last five outings.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in shutout Iheanacho recorded four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 defeat to Manchester United.

Impact Iheanacho shot four times but didn't manage to get on the scoresheet during Sunday's loss. The striker bombed forward throughout the match and continues to have upside in a struggling attack. Iheanacho has a tough gauntlet of games on the horizon, but is in red-hot form with two goals and three assists in his last three matches.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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