XtraTime Web Desk: ATK shocks the transfer market as they complete their newest signing in the form of Roy Krishna, a striker, and Fijian professional footballer.
Krishna last played as a striker for Wellington Phoenix FC in the A-League, a professional men’s soccer league in Australia and is also the captain of the Fiji national team. The attacking forward scored 19 goals in 27 matches for the 2018-19 season with Wellington Phoenix FC and is considered one of the best strikers in the history of the club and A-League. He is an equal asset as a left winger.
Krishna started his career with the New Zealand Football Championship (NZFC) side Waitakere United from Fijian local outfit Labasa FC in January 2008. He started playing for Wellington Phoenix FC in 2014.
In 2018-2019 A-League season, Krishna was Golden Boot winner and was also awarded the Johnny Warren Medal for his performances.
“Roy Krishna is our first international striker signing of the season. He is a prolific striker with leadership skills under his belt. He will add attack and variety to the team and his confidence will give an edge. I am very happy to have him in ATK.”- Antonio López Habas, Head Coach, ATK