ISL 2025-26: Kerala Blasters FC complete squad for upcoming season
The Blasters will be aiming for their first-ever silverware
Following months of uncertainty, the Indian Super League (ISL) is finally back to action as the 2025-26 season is all set to kick off on the 14th of February, and what better way to start the season than a heavyweight clash between the Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Kerala Blasters FC.
After 11 years of long wait, the Blasters are ready to step onto the field yet again with the aim to win their maiden Indian Super League title. Being one of the most active teams in the winter window, the Tuskers have gone through a complete squad overhaul.
With five foreign signings and two domestic signings, David Catala and his men have created a relatively compact squad with a good balance of experience and youth.
Though not the strongest squad on paper, the Blasters, along with the support from their 12th men, would be looking forward to making the best out of the upcoming season, where every result matters. Here’s a detailed look at the Blasters 29-member squad for the upcoming season of the Indian Super League.
Goalkeepers:
The goalkeeping unit of the Blasters consists of Sachin Suresh, Nora Fernandes and Arsh Shaik. Sachin Suresh, the 24-year-old local keeper, is expected to be the first-choice keeper for the Blasters. Nora Fernandes, who joined the Blasters last year from Aizwal FC, is also expected to get a few starts following his solid performance in the Super Cup 2025.
Kamaljit Singh, who joined the Blasters on a loan last season, has also left the club at the end of his contract to join Odisha FC. As a replacement, the Tuskers have acquired the services of India U23 Arsh Shaik, who joined the club from Mohun Bagan Super Giant on a 3-year contract.
Defenders:
The defensive unit of Kerala Blasters FC has seen the departure of players from the last season, like Milos Drincic, Prabir Das, and Likmabam Rakesh. Apart from that, Juan Rodriguez, who joined the Blasters and played the Super Cup, has also parted ways with the club.
The Tuskers have also seen the incoming of the Senagaleese centre back Oumar Bah, and domestic signings of Amey Ranawade and Sumit Sharma. The 20-year-old Jaganath Jayan has also risen the ranks and joined the senior team from the reserves.
Apart from that, the domestic defensive contingent of Blasters includes the club captain Bikash Yumnam, Hormipam Ruivah, Naocha Singh, Aiban Dohling, Muhammed Saheef and Sandeep Singh.
Midfielders:
One of the biggest blows to the Blasters is the departure of their club captain, Adrian Luna, who joined an Indonesian club on loan to support the club financially amidst the uncertainty. Saurav Mandal left the club following the expiry of his contract, while the Montenegrin midfielder Dusan Lagator mutually parted ways with the club.
The key incomings include the arrival of former Germany U18 Marlon Roos Trujillo and Matias Hernandez, who joined the Blasters from Gokulam Kerala FC. Rowlin Borges joins the club from FC Goa, and Ebindas has been promoted to the senior teams for his title-winning performance in the Super League Kerala 2025. Other players in the midfield include Yoihenba Meitei, Freddy, Vibin Mohanan, and the club captain, Danish Farooq.
Forwards:
The offensive unit of the Blasters has undergone the most revamp in this winter window. Firstly, the club saw the departure of their foreign strikers Kwame Peprah and Jesus Jiminez, who left the club at the end of the last season. Ishan Pandita, Bryce Miranda and Bikash Singh left the club at the expiry of their contract.
The Super Cup 2025 Golden Boot winner, Koldo Obieta, and Portuguese striker Tiago Alves Mendes also mutually parted ways with the club following the ISL uncertainty. Tuskers’ Moroccan winger was also loaned to Indonesia, citing the same reasons. The twins, Aimen and Ahzar, left the Blasters in January to join SC Delhi.
The new incomings in the offensive unit include French striker Kevin Yoke, Spaniard Victor Bertomeu, and Salahudheen Adnan. Muhammed Ajsal has been promoted to the senior team following a remarkable Super League Kerala season. Nihal Sudheesh has also joined the Blasters after his loan stint at Punjab FC.
The Blasters have further strengthened their attacks by bringing in Salahudheen Adnan, who joined the club from Mohun Bagan Super Giant.
Apart from that, the attacking unit includes Sreekuttan MS, Amawia and Korou Singh.
Kerala Blasters FC Squad for ISL 2025-26
Goalkeeper:
Sachin Suresh, Nora Fernandes, Arsh Shaik
Defenders:
Jaganath Jayan, Bikash Yumnam, Hormipam Ruivah, Oumar Bah, Sumit Sharma, Naocha Singh, Aiban Dohling, Muhammed Saheef, Amey Ranawade, Sandeep Singh
Midfielders:
Freddy Lallawmawma, Rowlin Borges, Matias Hernandez, Yoihenba Meitei, Ebindas, Vibin Mohanan, Danish Farooq, Marlon Roos-Trujillo
Forwards:
Kevin Yoke, Lalthanmawia, Nihal Sudheesh, Korou Singh, Victor Bertomeu, Salahudheen Adnan, Sreekuttan MS, Muhammed Ajsal
Who is the head coach of Kerala blasters FC?
The head coach of Kerala Blasters FC is David Catala.
How many foreign players does Kerala Blasters have in their squad for this season?
Kerala Blasters has managed to gather the foreign contingent of 5 players.
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Niranjan R Prabhu is an Economics student from Kochi with an enduring passion for Indian football, especially as a devoted Kerala Blasters FC fan — a club he considers part of his life. Beyond the game, he writes on culture, Indian economic development, and sustainability, always eager to explore ideas in depth. His days are a balancing act between college, writing, and travel.