Kelechi Iheanacho joins Premier League's greats

Kelechi Iheanacho's goal for Leicester against Tottenham puts him in the same league as Mohamed Salah, Harry Kane, Eric Cantona, and Thierry Henry.

Leicester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho has been making a name for himself as one of the most efficient attackers in the Premier League.

His recent goal against Tottenham has only strengthened his case, putting him in the company of some of the greatest players in the league's history.

Iheanacho's impressive record of 40 goals and 27 assists in the Premier League has earned him a place on an exclusive list of players with the best returns in the English top flight.

His average of 112 minutes per goal or assist puts him in tenth place among players with 150 or more appearances, just two minutes behind Chelsea legend Didier Drogba.

112 - Among players with 150+ appearances in the Premier League, Kelechi Iheanacho ranks 10th all-time for minutes per goal or assist:

86 - Henry
86 - Agüero
97 - Salah
102 - van Persie
105 - Kane
109 - Jesus
109 - Solskjaer
109 - Cantona
110 - Drogba
112 - Iheanacho

Seniorman. pic.twitter.com/RYT3Mg7Kbd

— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) February 12, 2023

Since joining Leicester from Manchester City in 2017, Iheanacho has made 82 goal contributions in all competitions.

His recent goal against Tottenham was his fifth of the season, and his assist for James Maddison was his fourth.

This impressive performance helped steer Leicester to a 4-1 victory over Tottenham and a six-point lead over the relegation zone.

Iheanacho's impact on Leicester's success has not gone unnoticed.

And his place among some of the greatest players in the Premier League's history only solidifies his talent and ability as a striker.

His goal and assist records, combined with his contributions to the team, make him a player to keep an eye on in the future.

Whether it's scoring crucial goals or setting up his teammates, Kelechi Iheanacho has proven himself as a valuable asset to Leicester City.

Stats and Reactions

Kelechi Iheanacho. Your time is now. A striker who can create & score in equal measure. A 9 and a half. This profile of striker does not grow on trees.

— Premier League Panel (@PremLeaguePanel) February 11, 2023

Kelechi Iheanacho's game by numbers vs Spurs:

100% dribbles completed
7 duels won
4 shots
2 tackles made
1 assist
1 goal
0.38 xG

Five goal involvements in two games for Seniorman. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/gSsu95tjBJ

— Squawka (@Squawka) February 11, 2023

Kelechi Iheanacho has to be up there as one of the most underrated players in the league. When given a chance he always seems to deliver.

— 🔰 (@UtdRyan_) February 11, 2023

Kelechi Iheanacho has 7 G/A’s in 433 PL minutes

That’s the equivalent of 4.8 games👏🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/HAqeUQOKmJ

— Kini🇧🇷 (@lcfckini) February 12, 2023

Seniorman Kelechi Iheanacho bailing out Brendan Rodgers from relegation waters again only to be back on the bench when they're home and dry. pic.twitter.com/a8rfq8QohY

— Blue London💙 (@histwits) February 11, 2023

Kelechi Iheanacho is back!!!! He’s pure joy when he’s confident. His strikes are usually beautiful and his all round play is a joy. Another goal for our seniorman. 🥺😍🇳🇬

— Okon ‘Ediye’ Nya (@iamOkon) February 11, 2023

🇳🇬Kelechi Iheanacho today v Tottenham 🌟

4 shots
1 goal
1 assist
6 touches in opp. box

4 goals & 3 assists in his last 6️⃣apps pic.twitter.com/QTiPzsyGRP

— Sky Sports Statto (@SkySportsStatto) February 11, 2023

What an afternoon for Kelechi Iheanacho (£6.1m) 👏

A goal and an assist against Spurs makes it five attacking returns in the last two Gameweeks for the @LCFC forward 🔥#FPL #LEITOT pic.twitter.com/i4pqo90KJq

— Fantasy Premier League (@OfficialFPL) February 11, 2023