‘He's desperate to play’ - Middlesbrough coach says Super Eagles star is ready for action

‘He's desperate to play’ - Middlesbrough coach says Super Eagles star is ready for action

Hassan Abdulsalam 15:14 - 12.02.2025

Carrick has revealed that Iheanacho is ready to make Middlesbrough debut

Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick has revealed that new signing Kelechi Iheanacho is raring to make his debut for the club.

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The Nigerian international joined Boro on loan from Sevilla on deadline day, and Carrick is impressed with the striker's enthusiasm and work ethic.

What Carrick said

Carrick is confident that Iheanacho can make a significant impact at the Riverside.

"He's desperate to play. He has a fantastic personality and has been great since he has been here. He has trained brilliantly with the boys and has been desperate to get started. Kel has excellent experience and pedigree," Carrick said.

"He played against us at the Riverside last season and we managed to come out on top, but he showed his quality and what he can bring."

Iheanacho's move to Middlesbrough will see him start afresh after the 28-year-old endured a difficult six-month spell at Sevilla.

Carrick's positive assessment of Iheanacho's character and abilities will only add to the excitement surrounding the loan signing.

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