Indian midfielder Jeakson Singh Thounaojam joined East Bengal FC from Kerala Blasters on a four-year deal.
He will stay with Red & Gold Briagde till 2028. 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 played important part for Blue Tigers’ triumph in SAFF Championship (2021, 2023), Tri-Nation Series (2023) and Intercontinental Cup (2023).
He was India’s first and only scorer at a FIFA World Cup (vs Colombia at the 2017 U-17 FIFA World Cup).
He joined Kerala Blasters FC in 2018-19 season and played 78 matches for them. He also represented Indian Arrows for two seasons on loan.
“I am honoured 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,” Jeakson said after signing with the club.
“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,” head coach Carles Cuadrat said after the move.
Picture Courtesy: East Bengal Media
