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Tranbzonspor keeps tab on Iheanacho as potential Sorloth replacement

Turkish gaint, Trabzonspor are considering acquiring the services of Nigeria international striker, Kelechi Iheanacho when the summer transfer window opens.

With reports emanating from the Turkish media, the Super Lig outfit have identified the 23-year-old as a possible replacement for Alexander Sorloth, who is being linked with a return to England currently on loan from parent club, Crystal Palace following his brilliant displays in Turkey.

Aston Villa’s Wesley and Newcastle United’s record signing, Joelinton have also been touted as a potential replacement for the Norwegian international.

Turkish website Fotospor reports that Iheanacho, Wesley and Joelinton were all presented to Trabzonspor president Ahmet Agaoglu by transfer chief Hyseyin Cimsir and his scouting department.

He has notched seven goals and three assists in 17 appearances before the league was put on hold due to COVID-19 pandemic outbreak for Leceister City.