Kelechi Iheanacho is close to a move away from Sevilla. Iheanacho has been struggling with game time since his move to La Liga.
Last season, he played only 11 games for Sevilla, scoring three goals. He was loaned out to Middlesbrough in January, where he played 15 games, scored once, and provided two assists.
Following the expiration of his loan, he returned to the Spanish club as Middlesbrough decided against signing him on a permanent transfer.
With the appointment of Matías Almeyda as head coach this summer, things looked like they were going to get better, but the situation has only worsened, as Iheanacho has failed to start any game in preseason.
Sevilla, a club in desperate need of funds, sees the sale of Iheanacho as a potential way to raise money, but the club has failed to sell any player this summer.
Several clubs have been rumored to be interested in the Nigerian international, but the most realistic option is Turkish side Samsunspor.
George Tsarouchas reported that Samsunspor has already agreed personal terms with the Nigerian forward.
The contract is worth €1.2 million per year, and negotiations with Sevilla are ongoing around a €3.5 million fee, which would make him their record signing.
A move to Samsunspor would likely see him play regularly, and with consistent performances, he might convince Eric Chelle to call him up for the African Cup of Nations in December.
The 28-year-old was previously part of the Super Eagles setup before losing his place in the team.
He has 56 caps for Nigeria and has represented the country at the U-17 and U-20 levels.
