Brendan Rodgers sends 9-word message to furious Celtic fans about Iheanacho

da bet nacional： Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has sent a message to Hoops supporters following backlash to the signing of Kelechi Iheanacho, willing fans to expect good things from their new striker.

Celtic fans unhappy after grim summer

da betsul： After the Hoops won the Scottish Premiership title last season, it felt like there was plenty to feel positive about for the supporters, with Champions League football again secured and a host of new signings expected. Instead, the summer has ended up being one of the most frustrating in years for Celtic, with Rodgers’ squad arguably weaker than it was this time last year.

Speaking to BBC Sport, one Hoops fan called John discussed his disappointment with what he has seen at Parkhead over the past few months: “Simply not good enough and time will tell if we pay the price. I won’t accept any excuses this time; they’ve had ample time to sign and replace, but they waited until the last minute as per for the cheap options and failed.

“I fear a season of discontent and change is ahead, all because they won’t spend a reasonable amount on strengthening the team, We’re not asking to bust the bank, but at least open the wallet and take a look!”

After the post-deadline move to snap up Iheanacho as a free agent, several Celtic supporters have also let their feelings be known on X, making it very clear their business has not been up to standard.

Rodgers sends message to Celtic fans about Iheanacho

In quotes shared by The Scotsman, Rodgers has sent a nine-word message to Celtic fans about Iheanacho, promising them that he is an important signing.

The Hoops boss went on to speak more glowingly about the Nigerian, who played under him during their time together at Leicester City: “He has great experience and he is right in his peak years so he can be a great signing for us. I am sure he will make a big contribution to the team.”

Hopefully, Iheanacho proves to be an excellent signing for Celtic, but it is understandable why the Celtic fan base are struggling to get too excited.

The Hoops have missed out on key attacking summer targets all season long, and in the end, it feels like they have to make do with a player who wasn’t wanted at Sevilla, but who Rodgers knows well.