XtraTime Web Desk: ATK Head Coach Antonio Lopez Habas clears his choices in terms of foreign players for the forthcoming season. Habas won his second ISL title this season and significantly both his trophies came with ATK. The Spanish tactician made it clear that Spanish players will again be the main force in the next season as well.
Edu Garcia and Javi Hernandez performed when it mattered for ATK and Mandi Sosa displayed great composure in defensive midfield. The trio registered a combined eight goals and nine assists this season.
In defence, John Johnson and Agus Garcia aided the likes of Sumit Rathi and Pritam Kotal, ensuring the absence of any leaks with potentially devastating effects.
It’s common for ISL teams to prioritise Spanish players in the transfer market, with more clubs trying to replicate the Spanish style of play. Habas hinted that he might sign more Spanish players for the upcoming season.
“We have the chance to sign only two more foreign players and obviously because of the knowledge we have of Spanish football, they can be a priority,” he said.