Newcastle are keen to sign Kelechi Iheanacho, and Manchester City should accept their loan offer.
Manchester City’s Kelechi Iheanacho scores
Manchester City beat clubs across Europe to sign Kelechi Iheanacho in 2014, and he has not disappointed.
The Nigerian has been a rarity at The Etihd, a teenage talent who has progressed into the first team and made an impact.
He may have been dislodged from the pecking order by City’s shiny new toy, Gabriel Jesus, but he is not a player they should easily discard.
Manchester City’s Kelechi Iheanacho scores in the Manchester derby
Iheanacho has scored in big games in the Premier League and the Champions League, and at just 20 is an outstanding prospect for the future.
Iheancho’s desire to leave is understandable, given that next year is a World Cup year and he wants to play regular football.
Newcastle United’s interest in loaning the Nigerian international could be the best offer City get, despite having the opportunity to cash in on him and get a quick sale.
The Chronicle report Newcastle are ready to make a loan offer for the 20-year-old striker, and City should take the deal.
Kelechi Iheanacho celebrates scoring for Manchester City
Iheanacho would get the chance to play regularly, and work under one of Europe’s top bosses in Rafa Benitez.
They would be able to keep a close eye on his progress in the Premier League, while hoping he could take points off their rivals.
Most importantly, City would be able to retain Iheanacho’s services for the future.
Sergio Aguero turns 29 next month and when one day it comes to replacing him, City will not want to be looking jealously at Iheanacho, having rashly sold him permanently when a loan this summer is sufficient for all parties.
Manchester City’s Kelechi Iheanacho shoots at goal
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