I-League 2018-19: 5 foreign transfers to look out for this season

#2 Sony Norde (Mohun Bagan)

Norde played an impressive role in Mohun Bagan’s title-winning campaign in 2015

When Mohun Bagan announced the arrival of Omar Elhussieny, many thought the door is closed for Sony Norde. But the club stunned everyone and announced a few days later that it is none other than Norde who will be their sixth foreigner.

Norde, who was suffering from persistent knee injuries, had to leave midway of the last season. He went to Argentina and had a successful operation.

Norde started his recovery process soon and posted everything on his social media on a regular basis.

The Haitian playmaker vowed before his departure that he will return to Mohun Bagan one day. On his social media, some of his posts created hinted he may make a return. That actually happened, much to the delight of the fans.

Norde played an impressive role in Mohun Bagan’s title-winning campaign in 2015. He never lost in a Kolkata Derby, scored one goal in seven matches.

The green and maroons came close winning the title in the next two years but failed. This year, Mohun Bagan will run again after the title and they will be boosted hugely with the presence of Norde.

Norde hasn’t travelled with the team for the first match due to lack of fitness. He is expected to play his first against Indian Arrows on 10th November at Bhubaneswar.