Chief minister Smt. Mamata Banerjee once again has come forward and assured the fans of SC East Bengal that the club would play in the Indian Super League despite its tussle with investors Shree Cement.
She had played a key role in the tie-up of Shree Cement with East Bengal in their last minute bid to play in ISL last season, this time took a dig at the club management for being adamant in not signing the final agreement.
The club’s participation in India’s top tier league for the upcoming season was put in uncertainty as East Bengal club executive members refused to sign the final agreement with Shree Cement, claiming discrepancy in the initial term sheet.
She clearly mentioned that she wants the Bengal clubs to compete in the ISL, and play a proactive role in the development of Indian football.
More over she informed that “little differences” will be solved however, she clearly mentioned that taking responsibility for five years is also not a joke. The investor has to spend close to Rs 50 crores. Last time she had convinced them to come and invest in the club.
