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Iheanacho extends Man City contract

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Manchester City striker, Kelechi Iheanacho, has signed a two-year contract extension with the club.

The Nigerian international forward scored 14 times last season even though 25 of his 36 appearances were as a substitute.

New manager, Pep Guardiola has rewarded him with a long-term deal on much improved terms.

“Kelechi is a natural goalscorer. I knew about him before, but I’ve been really impressed with him since I arrived,” Guardiola said.

“I like his personality, his attitude, his ability – we hope to help him reach the highest level and to realise his full potential.”

Iheanacho was City’s third-highest scorer in all competitions, behind Sergio Aguero and Kevin de Bruyne.

The 2013 FIFA U-17 World Cup Most Valuable Player, was a late substitute in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Sunderland in the English Premier League season’s opener.

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