ISL: All transfers completed so far ahead of 2023-24 season
The teams look to build a strong contingent for the new ISL season.
The 2023-24 ISL season is on the horizon, with most of the teams taking shape, and beginning their pre-season training. In the last few weeks, there has also been a lot of traffic in the Indian transfer market, as the teams try to rope in their targets, and bid adieu to old servants.
A lot of teams have so far been able to make some hefty transfers, which have made the headlines in the Indian footballing fraternity. Others have chosen to invest in young quality players. Due to this incredible activity in the market, it is very hard to keep track of whatever is going on.
So today, we have prepared a list of all the transfers that have been completed so far (as of 22nd july), including the arrivals of new players, and the departure of old ones.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant
Mohun Bagan have been the heavy hitters of summer. The Mariners look towards a successful season at the Salt Lake, as they have already made some big moves so far. They have also roped in three of Indian football’s brightest talents, who are all highly regarded as the future of Indian football.
Arrivals: Armando Sadiku, Jason Cummings, Anwar Ali, Anirudh Thapa, Sahal Abdul Samad, Hector Yuste
Departures: Tiri, Slavko Damjanovic, Pritam Kotal, Carl McHugh
Chennaiyin FC
After a disappointing 2022-23 ISL season, Chennaiyin FC have undergone a complete revamp, and have bid farewell to a total of 10 players so far. On the other hand, the Marina Machans have also made seven signings. Also, they have appointed their former boss Owen Coyle as their manager for the upcoming season.
Arrivals: Jordan Murray, Sweden Fernandes, Ankit Mukherjee, Bijay Chhetri, Prateek Kumar Singh, Sachu Siby, Irfan Yadwad, Connor Shields, Rafael Crivellaro, Cristian Battocchio
Departures: Kwame Karikari, Edwin Sydeny Vanspaul, Monotosh Chakladar, Anirudh Thapa, Nasser El Khayati, Julius Duker, Fallou Diagne, Vafa Hakhaaneshi, Prasanth K, Jockson Dhas, Prasanth K
NorthEast United FC
After letting go over half of their squad inside a period of two weeks, NEUFC have started to make some positive moves in the market. Although the club has only made five signings so far, the quality that these players possess is a clear indication of things going in the right direction.
Arrivals: Phalguni Singh, Ibson Melo, Redeem Talang, Buanthanglun Samte, Dinesh Singh, Nestor Albiach, Huidrom Thoi Singh, Mohammed Ali Bemammer
Departures: Alisher Kholmurodov, Wilmar Gill, Aaron Evans, Joseba Beitia, Arindam Bhattacharya, Gurjinder Kumar, Mashoor Shereef, Imran Khan, Laldanmawia Ralte, Sehnaj Singh, Provat Lakra
Kerala Blasters
Kerala Blasters enjoyed a pretty decent 2022-23 ISL season, as the club performed exceptionally well in the league. The Blasters will look to carry that form into the new season as well. They have already made new signings to further bolster their squad.
Arrivals: Prabir Das, Sagolsem Bikash Singh, Jaushua Sotirio, Pritam Kotal, Huidrom Naocha Singh, Lara Sharma (loan), Kwameh Peprah
Departures: Harmanjot Khabra, Nishu Kumar, Victor Mongil, Apostolos Giannou, Jessel Carneiro, Denechandra Meitei, Muheet Shabir, Ivan Kalyuzhnyi, Prabhsukhan Singh Gill
Jamshedpur FC
Jamshedpur FC have made only two signings so far in the summer transfer window. As for their departures, the club has parted ways with eight players, including the majority of their foreign contingent.
Arrivals: Alen Stevanovic, Jeremy Manzorro, Rei Tachikawa, Provat Lakra, Elsinho, Petar Sliskovic
Departures: Boris Singh, Dylan Fox, Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, Harry Sawyer, Ishan Pandita, Rafael Crivellaro, Farukh Choudhary, Laldinliana Renthlei
East Bengal FC
East Bengal have been pretty active in the transfer market, and have spent lavishly to acquire the services of some top-notch talents. The club has made a total of 12 signings so far, which include the acquisitions of three Spaniards.
Arrivals: Saul Crespo, Javier Siverio, Borja Herrera, Nandhakumar Sekar, Mandar Rao Dessai, Edwin Sydney Vanspaul, Harmanjot Khabra, Gursimrat Singh Gill, Prabhsukhan Singh Gill, Nishu Kumar, Gurnaj Singh Grewal, Vanlalpeka Guite
Departures: Jake Jervis, Ankit Mukherjee, Jordan O'Doherty, Alex Lima, Charalambos Kyriakou, Jerry Lalrinzuala, Semboi Haokip, Sumeet Passi, Suvam Sen, Wahengbam Angousana Luwang, Pawan Kumar
Odisha FC
After a memorable 2022-23 ISL season, that saw the Juggernauts attain new heights, Odisha FC are determined to repeat it all over again and do even better this time around. The club has made some incredible moves, and have roped in some familiar names in the Indian football circuit.
Arrivals: Ahmed Jahouh, Roy Krishna, Mourtada Fall, Laldinliana Renthlei, Lalliansanga Renthlei, Lenny Rodrigues, Amey Ranawade, Aphaoba Singh, Jerry Lalrinzuala
Departures: Saul Crespo, Nandhakumar Sekar, Pedro Martin, Vinit Rai, Osama Malik, Lalruatthara, Sebastian Thangmuansang, Karan Amin, Dylan D'Silva
Bengaluru FC
The Blues have retained a number of their star players from last season, and have also roped in quality individuals to further bolster their contingent. However, there still seems to be some work left for them in order to reach the quality of their opponents.
Arrivals: Halicharan Narzary, Slavko Damjanovic, Salam Johnson Singh, Rohit Danu, Vikram Lahkbir Singh, Curtis Main, Jessel Carneiro, Shankar Sampingiraj, Keziah Veendorp
Departures: Pablo Perez, Roy Krishna, Sandesh Jhingan, Prabir Das, Udanta Singh, Bruno Ramires, Prince Ibara, Leon Augustine, Sharon P, Harmanpreet Singh, Wungngayam Muirang, Lara Sharma (loan), Leon Augustine
Hyderabad FC
Hyderabad have made a significant transition in their squad, and made their plans of a philosophical revamp pretty evident. A total of 10 players have left the club so far, and three arrivals have been made.
Arrivals: Joe Knowles, Vignesh Dakshinamurthy, Jonathan Moya, Petteri Pennanen, Makan Winkle Chothe
Departures: Javier Siverio, Borja Herrera, Odei Onaindia, Halicharan Narzary, Sweden Fernandes, Rohit Danu, Amritpal Singh, Akash Mishra, Joel Chianese
Mumbai City FC
The latest ISL Shield winners - Mumbai City FC had an exceptional campaign last season, and will be looking to replicate it all over again this time around. The Islanders parted ways with a number of players, but have replaced them with top-notch talents.
Arrivals: Yoell Van Nieff, Tiri, Vinit Rai (loan to permanent), Franklin Nazareth, Nathan Rodrigues, Akash Mishra
Departures: Ahmed Jahouh, Mourtada Fall, Raynier Fernandes, Mandar Rao Dessai, Gursimrat Singh Gill, Vignesh Dakshinamurthy, Huidrom Naocha Singh, Rowllin Borges, Naorem Tondomba Singh, Amey Ranawade
FC Goa
After a pretty disappointing outing last term, FC Goa are determined to turn their fortunes around. The Gaurs have already made some pretty exuberant acquisitions, which is a significant boost to their Indian contingent as well as their foreign one.
Arrivals: Paulo Retre, Odei Onaindia, Sandesh Jhingan, Boris Singh, Raynier Fernandes, Udanta Singh, Carlos Martinez, Rowllin Borges, Victor Rodriguez, Carl McHugh
Departures: Iker Guarrotxena, Redeem Tlang, Lenny Rodrigues, Lalremruata Hp, Edu Bedia, Hernan Santana, Makan Winkle Chothe
Punjab FC
New ISL entrants Punjab FC are all set to begin their top-flight journey. The club has retained a number of its star players from last season, and has bid adieu to four players thus far. No signings have been made by them so far.
Arrivals: Amarjit Singh Kiyam, Tejas Krishna, Ranjeet Singh Pandre, Ricky Shabong, Nikhil Prabhu, Leon Augustine, Prasanth K, Melroy Assisi, Madih Talal
Departures: Aleksandar Ignjatovic, Aphaoba Singh, Juan Nellar, Shankar Sampingiraj
Last updated: 21.08.2023 | 04:28 PM IST
