Brandon Fernandes leaves FC Goa after 7 Years, set to join Mumbai City FC

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FC Goa has announced the departure of Brandon Fernandes after a seven-year-long stint at the club.

The Gaurs released a statement biding farewell to Brandon, who has been one of the longest servants of the Goa-based club.

During his seven-year tenure, Brandon became FC Goa's all-time top assists-maker, with 31 assists. He also scored 17 goals, including a crucial one this year against Chennaiyin FC, which led FC Goa to the ISL Cup playoffs semi-finals.

Brandon was instrumental in the Club's ISL League Shield win in the 2019-20 season and the Durand Cup triumph in 2021. His consistent performances earned him a call-up to the Indian national team in 2019, where he has since established himself, winning the SAFF Championship in 2021.

"Brandon wore the badge of FC Goa for seven years with great pride and was a fantastic ambassador for the values the Club stood for on and off the pitch. He became ingrained into the fabric of the Club and was one of the pillars upon which sporting success was built in the seasons he was with us. We will miss him dearly and he will go down as one of the true icons of the Club.

"While he leaves us today, Brandon will always be welcomed back to FC Goa in whatever capacity he may choose with open arms and this Club will always have a special place for him and his family," FC Goa CEO Ravi Puskur was quoted as saying by the Gaurs.

Brandon Fernandes FC Goa Stats

Appearances: 115

Goals: 17

Assists: 31

Honours: Super Cup (2019), ISL Shield (2019-20), Durand Cup (2021)

Brandon Fernandes to join Mumbai City FC

The 29-year-old is set to join Mumbai City FC ahead of next season. The Islanders were linked with a move for the midfielder for a long time and an announcement is likely to happen soon.