Football

ISL: Chennaiyin FC sign Mirlan Murzaev on one-year contract

 

Chennaiyin FC are delighted to announce that they have signed forward Mirlan Murzaev on a one-year contract. Mirlan has become the first Kyrgyzstan player to sign up in the Hero Indian Super League. The striker will bolster two times champions forward line and he has all the experience under his belt.

Mirlan will work closely with Jobby Justin and Rahim Ali and he will look to bring his best to the table for the club. The 31-year old added that he is happy to join Chennaiyin FC and can’t wait for the training to start and work with his teammates.

“I’m just very very happy to join Chennaiyin FC. I can’t wait for the training, and season to start. I look forward to representing all the fans from Tamil Nadu,” the 31-year-old said.

Mirlan is the leading goal-scorer for his country and he has the second most number of caps for Kyrgyzstan as he has played 48 matches for the national team. In fact, the striker had recently scored a hat-trick against Myanmar when Kyrgyzstan thrashed the opposition by 8-1 and thus he is in good form.

“As a leading scorer of his national team and with 100-plus career goals, the signing of Mirlan gives us a significant attacking boost and solidity in the front. We are pleased to welcome the first-ever player from Kyrgyzstan to Chennaiyin FC and the [Hero] ISL,” CFC co-owner Vita Dani said.

On the other hand, Chennaiyin FC newly appointed head coach Bozidar Bandovic summed up Mirlan’s signing in two words.

“My thoughts on signing Mirlan are very simple. Two words in fact. Quality. Personality,” CFC’s head coach Bozidar Bandovic said.

Chennai could only win three matches out of the 20 they played and thus had a disappointing previous season. Ergo, the two-time champions will aim to turn the tables in the upcoming season of ISL. The tournament is going to reportedly begin from November 19 in Goa.

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

What’s Next for Alex Pereira After Losing the Belt at UFC 313?

On March 8, 2025, at UFC 313, the light heavyweight landscape shifted as Alex Pereira… Read More

June 3, 2025

Breaking Down the Zig-Zag Theory in the NBA Playoffs

The Zig-Zag Theory has long been a go-to strategy among NBA playoff bettors, built on… Read More

June 3, 2025

IPL 2025 Final: RCB’s stronger bowling gives them edge over Punjab in high-stakes clash

We are finally at the final stop in this Indian Premier League season and what… Read More

June 3, 2025

India Eyes Redemption at Indonesia Open as Satwik-Chirag and Sindhu Lead the Charge

Former champions Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty headline India’s contingent at the prestigious Indonesia Open… Read More

June 3, 2025

Rajeev Shukla Poised to Take Over as Interim BCCI President with Binny Set to Step Down

With current Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Roger Binny nearing the… Read More

June 3, 2025

Jiteshwor Singh Commits Future to Chennaiyin FC with Three-Year Contract Extension

Chennaiyin FC midfielder Jiteshwor Singh has pledged his long-term future to the club, signing a… Read More

June 3, 2025