Notable Nigerian and Arsenal striker Nwankwo Kanu expressed his belief that compatriot Odion Ighalo can fill the gap left by the departure of Romelu Lukaku at Manchester United.
United were left wanting in the striking department when Lukaku joined Inter Milan on the final day of the summer transfer window.
After a long-term injury to Marcus Rashford, United had no other option but to sign Ighalo from Shanghai Shenhua and he was included in the united squad for the first time in Monday’s home clash against Chelsea, having completed an enforced 14-days spell away from his new side due to the fear corona virus.
The two-time African Player of The Year, Kanu said Ighalo can replace Lukaku and he was confident that he can make impact. He added that, All Ighalo needs was service and he was certain that his game will improve due to the eminent players the team have.
Kanu also said , “I don’t think he will not disappoint because he will give them value for their money, If you watch him play, you’d find out that he is strong and can score goals”
He added “Despite playing in the Chinese league, Ighalo is not a player you would, look down on and say he is not a good player, I believe in him and I know he can deliver if given the chance. Bringing him to Old Trafford means that those in the club believe in his ability, and we have to respect that”.
