Thrilled to embark on his journey with East Bengal FC, Raina said, \u201cI am honoured to join a club with such a rich legacy and passionate fan base. I am no stranger to Bengal football, having represented Adamas United previously. This is a huge opportunity for me as I look forward to contributing to East Bengal\u2019s success and making the supporters proud through my performances.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The towering centre-back is known for his precise interceptions, aerial prowess, and ability to contribute offensively. In last season\u2019s I-League, Raina made 21 appearances, clocking 1,766 minutes and scoring four goals in the process. In fact, he was the highest-scoring centre-back in the tournament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Raina\u2019s arrival is expected to complement East Bengal\u2019s existing defenders, allowing for a more resilient and balanced unit under Head Coach Oscar Bruzon\u2019s guidance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The towering centre-back is known for his precise interceptions, aerial prowess, and ability to contribute offensively. In last season\u2019s I-League, Raina made 21 appearances, clocking 1,766 minutes and scoring four goals in the process. In fact, he was the highest-scoring centre-back in the tournament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Welcoming Raina to the Red & Gold Brigade, Thangboi Singto, Head of Football at East Bengal FC, said, \u201cRaina is a key addition to our squad as we aim to solidify our defense and build a competitive team for the upcoming season. It is our conscious endeavour to promote the top talents from the I-League and ensure that they serve East Bengal for quite some time. Raina\u2019s incredible consistency in the I-League last season drew our attention towards him. We believe he can step up to the next level and contribute to the club\u2019s success.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n