Hailing from Manipur, Jeakson has been a mainstay in the Indian national team\u2019s midfield over the past three years. The 23-year-old defensive midfielder has played 22 matches for the national team so far and was a vital part of the Blue Tigers\u2019 triumphant SAFF Championship (2021, 2023), Tri-Nation Series (2023) and Intercontinental Cup (2023) squads. India\u2019s first and only scorer at a FIFA World Cup (against Colombia at the 2017 U-17 World Cup).<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I am honored and thrilled to join this historic club. The unwavering support and energy of the East Bengal fans are truly inspiring and I look forward to contributing to its rich legacy and giving my best on and off the field for them. Together, we\u2019ll achieve great things and create unforgettable memories in the days to come!\" said Jeakson Singh to East Bengal FC media group.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Jeakson honed his skills at the Chandigarh Football Academy and the Minerva Academy during his formative years, before joining Kerala Blasters in the 2018-19 season. In a bid to get more playing time at the top-flight level, Jeakson served two loan spells with the Indian Arrows between 2017 and 2018.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Emami East Bengal FC head coach Carles Cuadrat commented, \"Jeakson is a national team player who will be an important component of our midfield. We had a very fruitful conversation where we both discussed what the movement could mean for his career and our club. He is ready to accept a challenge that can make him one of the leaders of the team for the future.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Having represented Kerala Blasters in 78 Indian Super League matches, Jeakson has logged 2 goals, 2 assists, an 82 per cent passing accuracy, 274 successful duels, 84 successful aerial duels, 405 recoveries, 102 interceptions and 62 clearances.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Emami East Bengal FC head coach Carles Cuadrat commented, \"Jeakson is a national team player who will be an important component of our midfield. We had a very fruitful conversation where we both discussed what the movement could mean for his career and our club. He is ready to accept a challenge that can make him one of the leaders of the team for the future.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n