Leicester City striker, Kelechi Iheanacho, has shared his deep disappointment after his team’s failure to avoid relegation to the Championship. As the 2022/23 Premier League season drew to a close, Southampton had already been relegated, leaving only Leeds United, Leicester City, and Everton to battle for survival.
Despite the Foxes’ hard-fought 2-1 victory over West Ham United in their final match, it proved insufficient to secure their place in the top flight. Fellow strugglers Everton also clinched a crucial 1-0 win against Bournemouth, effectively preserving their Premier League status and condemning Leicester City to relegation.
In response to the devastating drop, Iheanacho expressed his emotions, admitting that it was a tough pill to swallow but remained optimistic about their future prospects. During an interview with LCFC, he stated, “I don’t even know how I feel right now. I’m so disappointed. I don’t know what to say. I just need to thank the football club, the fans, everyone who has supported us from the start to now.”
The Nigerian forward continued, acknowledging the challenge ahead and emphasizing the importance of perseverance. He added, “I know it’s a hard one to take, but if life kicks you, you just need to stand up and keep going. Whatever it is, we just keep going, stay strong, and hopefully, we get back up.”
Iheanacho also expressed gratitude for the unwavering support from the club’s fans throughout the season, even in the face of inevitable relegation. He recognized their dedication, particularly in the final moments of the campaign, stating, “The fans were really amazing, even at the end, they were clapping us and showing us support. I know it’s a hard one to take, going down, so I want to thank them for all of their support. Hopefully, we will try our best to come back up.”
Given the financial implications of relegation, it is likely that Leicester City will need to offload some of their key players to compensate for the loss of revenue. With just one year remaining on his contract, Iheanacho is among the players who may be sold to aid the club’s financial recovery in the Championship.
The disappointment of Leicester City’s relegation lingers, but the team remains determined to bounce back stronger. As they prepare to face the challenges of the Championship, the Foxes are eager to rebuild and reclaim their position in the Premier League.
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