1. Did the Blasters find a replacement for Vasquez?
Alvaro Vasquez, who played for the team last season, joined FC Goa this season. The Blasters, who are looking for a foreign player to replace Vazquez, have reportedly approached Portuguese star Rafael Lopez. It is reported that the club had initial discussions with the 30-year-old Raphael. More details about this move may come out in the coming days.
2. The player who looked after the Blasters will soon be on the team
Argentine Jorge Pereira Dias was the highlight of the Kerala Blasters’ run last season. However, Diaz returned to his home club, Atletico Platans, at the end of a one – year loan period. The Blasters are working hard to bring Minnie Diaz back to the club on a permanent contract for the team for the 2021-22 season.
It is learned that the Blasters took a decisive step in the transfer of Diaz last week. According to reports, the player is on the verge of canceling his contract with model club Atletico Plato and returning to the Blasters. Fans believe that the picture shared by the actress on Instagram last day is a sign of that.
3. The Blasters made the second signing
The Kerala Blasters made their second signing of the season last week. The Blasters have acquired I-League star Sourav Mandal from Churchill Brothers on a three-year deal. Sourav is the second Churchill player to join the Blasters this season. Earlier, it was Bryce Miranda who won the Yellow Jackets from Churchill.
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4. ATK Mohan Bagan owns Pogba
Last week, ATK Mohan Bagan shocked Florentine Pogba, the brother of French superstar Paul Pogba, by joining the team. Defensive midfielder Florentine Pogba has signed a two-year deal with ATK Mohan Bagan. The player is coming to India from League 2.
5. Northeast United’s last-minute conversation with former Gokulam coach
Italian coach Vincenzo Alberto Annis, the two-time I-League champions Gokulam Kerala FC, has previously hinted that he could be the new coach of ISL club Northeast United. But Northeast’s last – minute talks with him reportedly failed. The club are reportedly in the process of recruiting current Israeli coach Marco Balbull.
6. Chennai FC brings foreign player to team
Chennai FC announced their first overseas signing this season yesterday. Chennai have acquired Falau Diegna, a Senegalese player who has played in League One and Bundesliga. The 32-year-old center-back last played in Albania.
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7. Odisha brings youngster to team on loan
Odisha FC have signed Indian Rainier Fernandes from Mumbai City FC for a one-season loan. The midfielder, who has played 76 matches for Mumbai City FC, has also played for Mohun Bagan for some time.
