(Football news) Indian Super League club Kerala Blasters has announced that Head Coach Ivan Vukomanovic has extended his contract for three more years. Ivan has had a transformational effect on the club’s playing style and has guided the team to its third ISL finals appearance, setting a string of significant club records along the way.

In his first season as Head Coach, Vukomanovic achieved significant milestones such as a 10-match unbeaten run which ensured that the Blasters climbed on top of the Indian Super League table for the first time in history. Under his regime, the club has also scored the highest number of goals, highest points obtained, highest number of wins and least number of losses.

“I'm happy that we agreed on a three-year deal with Ivan. He adapted seamlessly and is an integral part of the Blasters family. I think it is an important move for our club, and we now have a strong base to continue our work with consistency and achieve more goals. I would like to congratulate all Kerala Blasters fans with this extension!” said Blasters’ Sporting Director, Karolis Skinkys.

Sharing his excitement on the extension, Head Coach Ivan Vukomanović said, “Since we started our cooperation last year, I felt the right energy and emotion around this beautiful club. I was immediately attracted by people leading this project, by fans, and Kerala. Today, we have a great opportunity to continue in the same direction with more commitment and dedication. I am very pleased and happy with this contract extension. Hope that we all will have even more motivation to be better in next seasons.”

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