Scottish Premiership giants Celtic have reignited their interest in Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho, setting the stage for a potential summer swoop that could reunite the Nigerian forward with Brendan Rodgers.

Iheanacho, 28, was previously linked with a move to Celtic during the winter transfer window but instead opted for a short-term switch to Middlesbrough in the English Championship. Despite flashes of brilliance, he couldn’t guide Boro to Premier League promotion and has since returned to parent club Sevilla ahead of the 2025/26 season.

Reports from The Daily Record suggest that Celtic are ready to revisit their pursuit of the former Manchester City and Leicester City star, who enjoyed his best Premier League form under Rodgers at Leicester. The Hoops are hopeful that rekindling their past successful relationship could spark a new chapter in Glasgow.

The timing could be ideal for Celtic fans craving Nigerian flair. With Leon Balogun confirming his exit from Rangers and Cyriel Dessers reportedly on the verge of joining Greek giants AEK Athens, Iheanacho’s arrival would provide a new Super Eagles figure for the Nigerian community in Glasgow to rally behind.

Sevilla’s sporting director Victor Orta has admitted that signing Iheanacho on a free transfer last year “may have been a mistake,” hinting at a willingness to let the forward go. Although Iheanacho has expressed a desire to fight for his place in Spain, the door remains open for a summer departure.

“I’m really excited to be here. Sevilla is a great club, and I loved my experience. I’ll be happy to get back there,” Iheanacho told Mundo Deportivo. However, should Celtic make an official approach, the opportunity for a fresh start under a familiar coach could prove too tempting to resist.

With his contract set to expire next summer, Sevilla are unlikely to demand a high fee, making Iheanacho an attractive option as Celtic look to bolster their attack for both domestic and European campaigns.