Bhubaneswar : Odisha FC announced the signing of 26-year-old Indian defender Lalruatthara ahead of the eighth season of the Hero Indian Super League (ISL). He has agreed on a two-year deal with the Bhubaneswar-based side with an option to extend for a third season.
The boy from Mizoram started his professional career with Aizawl FC in the year 2015 and was a part of their I-League title-winning side. He then went to sign for the Kerala Blasters in 2017 and was awarded the Hero ISL Emerging Player of the Season during his maiden appearance in the League.
The club is delighted to announce that it has completed the signing of 26-year-old Indian defender @Ruatthara39 ahead of the eighth season of the @IndSuperLeague . ✍️✅
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“I am extremely happy that Lalruatthara has decided to join Odisha FC. He is one of the most talented defenders in India and I’m pretty sure that he will be a great addition to our side,” reacted Mr. Raj Athwal, Club President, Odisha FC.
Lalruatthara stated after joining Odisha FC, “I am very happy and grateful to wear the Odisha FC jersey in the upcoming season. I look forward to representing the club by giving my best. I am thrilled to play under a new system, coach, staff and am excited to learn new things to improve my game.”
“I am looking forward to playing with some familiar faces and as a team, to take Odisha FC to new heights. I thank everyone at the club for the trust and for giving me this opportunity,” he further added.
