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Right Back: Nirmal Chettri
The versatile defender is another IMG-R contracted player who is among the 30-man probables for India’s upcoming away international friendly against Tajikistan on August 14. Nirmal joined East Bengal as a teenager five years ago but established himself as one of the best young defenders in the country after a memorable four-year spell. After a difficult campaign with Mohun Bagan last term, he will be eager to shine in this new tournament.
Center Back: Sandesh Jhingan
Sandesh Jhingan (no.5)
The 20-year-old caught the attention of Wim Koevermans and several I-League coaches despite playing for a United Sikkim team that got relegated last season. Jhingan had even reportedly got the opportunity to have trials at a few Chinese clubs but due to injury, that didn’t materialise. The youngster will certainly be excited by the prospect of playing with and against some renowned foreign stars in the new tournament.
