Celtic manager Martin O’Neill instructed to keep Kelechi Iheanacho

Former Aston Villa striker Alan McInally has urged Celtic manager Martin O’Neill to retain Kelechi Iheanacho beyond the upcoming summer transfer window.

Iheanacho’s future at Celtic remains uncertain as the summer transfer window approaches.

The Nigerian striker joined the Scottish champions from Sevilla last summer on a free transfer.

The former Manchester City star signed an initial one‑year deal, with Celtic holding an option to extend it for another year.

However, Iheanacho will officially become a free agent, and McInally has now given his verdict on the player’s future.

Speaking with the Daily Record (via The Herald), McInally said of Iheanacho, “I would keep him.”

“If he can perform the way he did in the last six games over the course of the season, then he is obviously worth keeping.”

“That is the big question, though. It is about keeping him fit. I don’t know if he’s enjoying Glasgow too much – maybe Martin should put a tag on him.”

“It’s up to him to have the discipline and the attitude to play week in, week out.”

“Some players need a kick, and others need a hug, although most want a hug these days, but if Martin feels he can get him going again, then he is definitely worth keeping.”