Bengaluru FC, on Wednesday, introduced the signing of Montenegrin center-back Slavko Damjanovic on a one-year deal that runs by means of to the top of the 2023-24 season.
Damjanovic, who most not too long ago turned out for ATK Mohun Bagan, was a part of the facet that gained the Indian Super League (ISL) title.
“I’m really excited to be a part of the Bengaluru FC family. The club has had two great seasons, but have been unlucky not to win the Indian Super League title. I’m looking forward to meeting my teammates, the coaching staff and supporters. The aim is to give the fans the Indian Super League title, and I hope to be part of a squad that has a successful season,” stated Damjanovic, after placing pen to paper on his deal.
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Damjanovic, who stands at 6’2”, has 29 ISL appearances to his title throughout two seasons, and scored his solely ISL objective in February 2023, when he opened the scoring within the Kolkata derby as ATK Mohun Bagan gained 2-0 towards East Bengal.
“Slavko is a well-experienced ISL defender who really impressed when he played for ATK Mohun Bagan against us last year. He’ll bring a fantastic attitude, winning mentality, strength and balance to our defensive unit. I’m really pleased to sign him because we’re bringing in a bit of experience that we’ll need after losing Sandesh (Jhingan), and I’m looking forward to working with him,” stated Blues’ Head Coach Simon Grayson.
Slavko is the primary of the Blues’ international signings forward of the brand new season, with the membership having already introduced the arrivals of winger Halicharan Narzary and goalkeeper Vikram Singh.
Source: sportstar.thehindu.com