ISL: FC Pune City, Kerala Blasters strengthens their squad with two heavyweight signings

Narayan Das set to join FC Pune City. Image Source: File Pic
Narayan Das set to join FC Pune City. Image Source: File Pic

Internet Desk: FC Pune City now have roped in India international Narayan Das for ISL3 after confirming the signings of winger Zodingliana Ralte and goalkeeper Vishal Kaith. The former Pailan Arrows player donned the Blue colours of FC Goa in the first two seasons of the ISL and was amongst the few rated highly by coach Zico and Robert Pires,

He played as a left back for FC Goa in the ISL. Narayan garnered much praise for his excellent stamina, pace and forward arrays from his full-back position during the Indian Super League. This season for East Bengal however, he didn’t feature regularly for East Bengal with just three appearances this season. Apart from his defensive skills, Das’ best attribute is his pace as he constantly runs up and down the field. His skills from set-piece situations come as an added bonus. He can also operate as a left winger if need be.

Wright-phillips

Meanwhile, Kerala Blasters FC are in talks with former Manchester City and Sotuthampton striker Bradley Edward Wright-Phillips. The 31 year old is currently playing for MLS side New York Red Bulls and is in fine form scoring 47 goals from 82 appearances. So it will be considered a good signing for the southern coast side if they can make a deal with him.

The England U-20 international played five matches for his country and he represented Manchester City from 2004-06 playing 32 matches and netted 2 goals for City. After some frustrating years with City, Edward was sold to Championship side Southampton where his stint was for 3 years from 2006-09. He played 111 matches for them scoring 22 goals .