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Iheanacho extends Leicester City contract till 2024

BY Remi Sulola

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Kelechi Iheanacho, Super Eagles forward, has extended his Leicester City contract for another three years.

Iheanacho, who has been on a goalscoring run for the Foxes, will stay with the Midland side till 2024.

The Nigerian striker’s contract extension was announced in a statement on Saturday.

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“Leicester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho has signed a new deal with the Club, keeping him at King Power Stadium until at least 2024,” the Foxes said.

Iheanacho, who joined Brendan Rodgers’ side from Manchester City in 2017, said he is excited about the extension.

“I can’t express how I’m feeling. I’m excited, I’m happy, I’m overwhelmed! It’s a great moment and I’m happy that Leicester City gave me a new contract,” he said.

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“It’s been a great time here. It’s not been easy, but there’s a lot of people here that are good people, great people to work with. They are nice people and they make me feel comfortable and welcome since I came in.

“It’s been really great being here. It’s like a family. I’m happy being here and hopefully I can stay here many more years.”

Iheanacho has netted 32 goals in 117 games for the Foxes.

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