Uche Ikpeazu, a robust forward born on the 28th of February 1995, currently plies his trade for St Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership. Standing tall at 6ft 3in (1.91m) and weighing in at a hefty 13 stone 12 pounds (88kg), Ikpeazu makes for a considerable physical presence on the pitch. The English striker, known for his power and prowess, adorns the number 9 jersey during his outings.
Known for his strength on the field, his current market value stands at approximately £170,000 according to Transfermarkt. As his contract termination looms closer, due to expire on the 31st of May 2026, his future with the club remains in speculation.
Ikpeazu embarked on his professional football journey with Watford in the English Championship back in July 2013. His performances resulted in numerous loan spells at different clubs over the next few years. A notable part of his career was his stint with Cambridge United from August 2016 to July 2018, where he made a total of 55 appearances and scored a respectable 15 goals.
Following his time at Cambridge United, Ikpeazu ventured north, signing for Hearts in the Scottish Premiership in July 2018. Consistent performances and goal contributions over two seasons saw a move to Wycombe Wanderers in August 2020.
Ikpeazu's stint at Wycombe Wanderers was a fruitful one, with 31 appearances and six key goals. The club was saddened by his departure to Middlesbrough for an undisclosed fee. He had a successful season with 20 appearances and two goals to his name before short loan spells with Cardiff City and a return to Middlesbrough.
After his stint in England, Ikpeazu explored opportunities overseas and joined Konyaspor in the Süper Lig in Turkey in August 2022. A return to England saw him playing for Port Vale before finally settling at the current club, St Johnstone, in the Scottish Premiership in July 2024. His contribution to St Johnstone so far has been limited, but it's still early days.
He had a short stint in the Scottish Cup 2024-2025 season for St Johnstone, contributing with an appearance as a substitute. The fans and management alike hold high expectations for the Englishman, and it is hoped that his contributions will increase as he settles at St Johnstone.
