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How Mohun Bagan SG's move could help Lallianzuala Chhangte
The prolific winger signed a three-year contract with Mohun Bagan SG
The former Mumbai City star player, Lallianzuala Chhangte, concluded one of the most successful partnerships in the Indian Super League (ISL) history as he bid adieu to Mumbai City FC ahead of the new season.
He was a vital player for the Islanders who possessed the ability to score goals and create chances along with this he also became a leader at Mumbai City FC.
A shocking transfer news emerged ahead of the new season as Lallianzuala Chhangte joined Mohun Bagan SG. He signed a three-year deal with the Mariners, as it will boost the attack of Mohun Bagan SG heading into the next ISL.
As Khel Now exclusively reported, Chhangte will earn around 6.2cr in his three-year contract with Mohun Bagan SG. He has the ability to score goals and also provide assists for teammates. Along with proven attackers, he will add more depth to the attack.
His transfer to Mohun Bagan SG created a lot of attention in Indian football. After achieving almost every major trophy with the Islanders, he is set to test himself with new challenges.
In this article we take a look at how this move could help Lallianzuala Chhangte’s career.
A fresh challenge awaits
Lallianzuala Chhangte is one of the biggest stars in Indian football right now. He played for Mumbai City FC, having won many major titles with them. He has signed a three-year contract with Mohun Bagan SG. This is a great deal for Mohun Bagan because Chhangte can be a huge asset for the Mariners moving forward.
Lallianzuala Chhangte was very important for the Islanders when they won the ISL Cup and shield as he was the most influential player in the squad. It will be a new challenge for Chhangte and perhaps a new challenge is something that he needed to recover his lost form.
A better opportunity to compete for titles
He played for Mumbai City FC, who were a very competitive side, as they have won many trophies. However, after the exit of the City Football Group, the club does not seem the same despite finishing 3rd in ISL 2025-26. The Islanders are not even playing the Durand Cup 2026 and perhaps the decision made by Chhangte especially keeping in mind the current scenario can prove to be helpful.
He is set to join Mohun Bagan, who are for sure going to challenge for every trophy this year. This will give Chhangte the chance to compete and target to win more and more trophies. It is a great opportunity for him to compete with his new team.
A greater sporting ambition
Many people said that Chhangte signed the Mohun Bagan contract because he is set to earn around 6.2cr. In his three-year contract, this salary package is very impressive for any Indian player.
But it is not only a transfer based on just good amount of money, rather than that this deal indicates a clear sporting ambition. Chhangte is not moving to the team just to earn money but to also compete for titles and be part of a great squad.
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A new and fresh environment to play better
In the last season, Chhangte didn’t deliver that many goals for Mumbai City. He only scored four goals in the 13 league games.
Under a new head coach Panagiotis Dilmperis, Chhangte can be a key player for the Mariners. Not only for the team, but this will help him individually to flourish in a different and new environment.
A chance to build legacy at another club
Lallianzuala Chhangte is a great player in Indian football. He will always be remembered as a key player for Mumbai City FC having won many titles with them and can be perhaps considered a Mumbai City legend.
Now he can make a name for himself at Mohun Bagan SG. When a player signs for Mohun Bagan SG, it is a pressure for many players to perform at the highest level of Indian football. Lallianzuala Chhangte has a brilliant opportunity to build a legacy in Kolkata and be the fan favourite for the Mariners.
Which club has Lallianzuala Chhangte joined leaving Mumbai City FC?
Lallianzuala Chhangte has joined Mohun Bagan Super Giant on a three-year contract ahead of the new Indian Super League season.
How much will Lallianzuala Chhangte earn at Mohun Bagan?
Chhangte is expected to earn around ₹6.2 crore over the duration of his three-year contract with Mohun Bagan SG.
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Rohit Mistri is a sports journalist from Kolkata with over two years of experience in the field. He has extensively covered Indian football, including major tournaments such as the Calcutta Football League and the Indian Super League. His work spans on-ground reporting, match coverage, and in-depth storytelling, along with interviews of prominent sporting personalities. Rohit brings strong communication skills and a deep passion for sports narratives to everything he writes.