Kelechi Iheanacho, the recently signed player for Sevilla FC, has revealed the origin of his moniker, "Senior Man."
The Super Eagles forward recently completed his move from Leicester to Spanish side Sevilla on a free transfer.
Iheanacho signed for the seven-time champions of the Europa League after his contract with Leicester City expired.
Among his colleagues and the Nigerian football community, the Super Eagles forward is well-known by this nickname.
Iheanacho opens up on nickname
Iheanacho, who is renowned for his inventiveness, explained how the nickname originated and why it has stuck with him ever since.
According to Sevilla's club website, the Super Eagles forward said, "One day, Wilfred Ndidi, Daniel Amartey, and I were walking, and they started calling me 'Senior Man.'
"We joked about it and made videos, and soon everyone began calling me that name.".
The former Leicester forward has also opened up on his transfer to Sevilla, insisting he got a lot of offers from other European clubs.
Iheanacho continued, "Yes, there were a lot of offers from various clubs, but Sevilla had a clear idea of what they wanted me to do and why they brought me here.
"Considering the football environment and the club's achievements, I was certain that I wanted to come here. I'm excited to embrace this opportunity and give it my all.
The striker will be looking to start a new life in Spain and hopes to establish himself as Sevilla's top striker.
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