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    East Bengal FC Sign Indian Midfielder Jeakson Singh On Four-year Deal

    By IANS News July 19, 2024 • 14:14 PM View: 534
    Emami East Bengal FC: East Bengal FC have secured a four-year deal to sign Indian national team midfielder Jeakson Singh Thounaojam on a permanent transfer from Kerala Blasters FC for a club record of 3.2 crores plus transfer fees.

    Hailing from Manipur, Jeakson has been a mainstay in the Indian national team’s 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’ triumphant SAFF Championship (2021, 2023), Tri-Nation Series (2023) and Intercontinental Cup (2023) squads. India’s first and only scorer at a FIFA World Cup (against Colombia at the 2017 U-17 World Cup).

    "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’ll achieve great things and create unforgettable memories in the days to come!" said Jeakson Singh to East Bengal FC media group.

    TAGS East Bengal FC Jeakson Singh Jeakson Singh Thounaojam Kerala Blasters FC Blue Tigers SAFF Championship Nation Series Intercontinental Cup FIFA World Cup World Cup East Bengal Chandigarh Football Academy Minerva Academy Kerala Blasters
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