Ankit Mukherjee, Bijay Chhetri sign for Chennaiyin FC

Ankit was released by East Bengal midway last season for dissent.

Chennaiyin FC have roped in talented defenders Ankit Mukherjee and Bijay Chhetri on multi-year deals to bolster the team’s defence ahead of the upcoming season.

Ankit, who plays right back has one goal from 38 Indian Super League (ISL) appearances to his name and joins Marina Machans from East Bengal FC. The 26-year old’s experience and ability to read the game well will play a crucial role in bringing stability to the defense.

“I am really happy and excited to join the two-time ISL Champions. Chennai has passionate fans and I am looking forward to donning the Chennaiyin FC jersey and playing in front of them,” Ankit Mukherjee commented.

Hailing from Manipur, 21-year old Bijay Chhetri has been handed his major ISL contract by Chennaiyin FC who remain committed towards nurturing and developing young Indian talent. The promising centre back previously played for local club Chennai City FC, showcasing exceptional defensive abilities and composure.

Meanwhile, Bijay Chhetri too was excited with this break, he said, “I’m very happy and excited to be part of Chennayin FC family and looking forward to helping the club. I will give my 100% to help the club grow. I have heard a lot about the fans and I can’t wait to play in front of the Supermachans and B-Stand Blues.”

Addition of Ankit Mukherjee and Bijay Chhetri will greatly enhance the defensive capabilities of Chennaiyin FC and elevate the team’s performance.

Chennaiyin FC’s preparations for the 2023-24 season

The Marina Machans seem to have trusted Irfan to make the big step, and the player will no doubt want to back the belief the club have shown. Chennaiyin let go of all their foreign players, and have lost key starting midfielders in the form of captain Anirudh Thapa and Edwin Vanspaul to Kolkata giants Mohun Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal respectively.

The club mutually parted ways with Thomas Brdaric, and have been given a huge boost in the form of the returning Owen Coyle, who took the team to great heights during his stint. A few days back, the club announced Sweden Fernandes as their first signing of the window, and Irfan’s addition will bolster their ranks with more attacking firepower.

The club has also signed Sachu Siby, a promising right-back from Kerala!

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