Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has revealed that Nigerian international Kelechi Iheanacho will not be available for selection when the Scottish champions face FC Midtjylland in Thursday’s Europa League encounter in Denmark.
The forward has been out of action since October 23, when he sustained a muscle injury during Celtic’s 2–1 victory over Sturm Graz. His absence has already seen him miss key matches against Hearts, Falkirk, and Rangers.
Despite initial optimism that Iheanacho might recover in time to make the bench, O’Neill has now confirmed that the striker remains sidelined and will play no part in the clash at the MCH Arena.
The injury setback also puts his participation in Nigeria’s World Cup playoff fixtures later this month in serious doubt.
However, the former Leicester City striker is expected to return to full fitness soon, with hopes of regaining form and helping Celtic in their domestic and European campaigns.
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