Tiri bids farewell to ATK Mohun Bagan

Published at :May 11, 2023 at 4:23 AM

Modified at :May 11, 2023 at 4:23 AM

Tiri is believed to be one of the finest defenders in ISL.

Spanish defender Tiri bid farewell to ATK Mohun Bagan after spending two successful seasons with the Kolkata-based club. Tiri, who joined the team in 2019, played a pivotal role in helping ATK Mohun Bagan secure the Indian Super League (ISL) shield last season. His departure leaves a significant void in the club's defence ahead of the upcoming season.

During his stint with ATK Mohun Bagan, Tiri established himself as a fan favourite with his commanding presence in defence and leadership on and off the pitch. He formed a formidable partnership with fellow centre-back Sandesh Jhingan, and the duo played a vital role in the club's performance in the 2021-22 season. Tiri's experience and composure at the back proved crucial in several tight matches, and his absence will undoubtedly be felt by the team.

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Tiri expressed his gratitude for the club's management, technical staff, and followers in his final address. He expanded his gratitude to the team's fans and pledged to always cherish every moment of his time on the field for the club. Tiri further pointed out his positive outlook for the squad's forthcoming season and his belief in their capacity to carry on their winning ways.

The departure of Tiri leaves ATK Mohun Bagan with a significant defensive gap to fill ahead of the new season.

Since the ISL's start, ATK Mohun Bagan have been among the league's top clubs. Under the leadership of head coach Antonio Habas, the team had developed a reputation for its strong defence and effective offensive play. As Tiri was crucial to the team's success in the previous seasons, a successor must now be found.

According to reports, Mumbai City FC have shown their interest in signing the Spanish defender. The hype for him in the Indian football circuit is very well deserved for the prolific performances that he has portrayed in the previous seasons. Which club Tiri will sign for in the coming season has now emerged as a great point of curiosity for the Indian football fans.