Chennaiyin FC have announced the signing of Ayush Adhikari ahead of the forthcoming Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season. The 22-year-old Delhi-born central midfielder became the 11th player to join for the club this season.
He made his professional debut as an 18-year-old for Ozone FC in the 2019-20 season and moved to Indian Arrows in the same season. Adhikari scored one goal for Kerala Blasters in the RFDL and has an assist for Indian Arrows in the I-League. He made 20 league appearances before playing a role for them during last season, making just nine first team appearances.
Ayush Adhikari on joining Chennaiyin FC
“I am delighted to join two-time ISL champions Chennaiyin FC and looking forward to work under the guidance of coach Owen Coyle, who has helped with the development of many young players in the past.
I hope to give a good account of myself, working hard day in and day out to help the club achieve its goal for the season ahead and make our fans proud!”
he said in a press release.
Chennaiyin FC are hoping to rebuild the club under their new head coach, Owen Coyle. Recently, the club also announced the signing of Rafael Crivellaro, who reunites with Coyle. With the addition of forwards Jordan Murray and Connor Shields, the club has added more firepower to their attack.
Chennaiyin FC hopes to regain their form under the coach ahead of the new season with mostly ISL experienced players. Currently, the team is playing in Group F alongside Delhi FC, Hyderabad FC and Tribhuwan Army in the Durand Cup.
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