Bhubaneswar: In the latest football news, Indian Super League (ISL) Club, Odisha FC today announced that it has roped in the Indian footballer Isaac Vanmalsawma ahead of the eighth season of the ISL. The 24 year old has signed a two-year deal with the Bhubaneswar-based franchise with an option to extend for a third.
After playing for India under 19 team in 2013 and graduating from the AIFF Elite Academy, Vanmalsawma began his professional career with I-League team Shillong Lajong FC. The winger then started his ISL journey in 2017 with FC Pune City and went on to represent ISL clubs Chennaiyin FC and Jamshedpur FC as well. The talented youngster had made his senior India debut against Bhutan under coach Stephen Constantine.
Speaking on the development, Club President Mr. Raj Athwal commented, "We are delighted to welcome Isaac to the Odisha family. Another quality addition to the squad and a highly respected player who I am sure will make a huge impact next season."
After signing for Odisha FC, Isaac expressed, "I am delighted to join this young and exciting team. We will play vibrant and entertaining football, delighting our loyal fans who have been with us every step of the way. I want to assure them that, neither I nor the team will ever give up and will keep fighting till the final whistle."
"I would like to thank the Odisha FC management for this opportunity, and I shall work hard to repay the faith that they have shown in me," the winger concluded.
