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Bangalore, June 19: Kerala Blasters on Tuesday (June 19) have signed Abdul Hakku for the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) season.
Hakku, a 23-year-old from Malappuram, was playing for NorthEast United last season. The 6" tall defender has also played for Fateh Hyderabad and DSG Shivajians.
Now, Hakku will join the David James coached side for the upcoming season. This was the second signing for Blasters ahead of the upcoming season. They had inked a deal with India U-17 footballer Dheeraj Kumar on June 2.
The jovial Abdul Hakku spoke on @NEUtdFC's season journey so far, hosting @WorldATK, his favourite footballer, and more! #LetsFootball #HeroISL #NEUKOL pic.twitter.com/BAkCj1sY2l
— Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) January 12, 2018
Dheeraj Singh, who hails from Manipur, was one of the most talked about players in the FIFA U-17 World Cup. After a successful U-17 World Cup, Dheeraj was sought after by various clubs from India and Europe. Motherwell FC from the Scottish League were keen to sign Dheeraj. However, the issues related to work permit denied Dheeraj the opportunity.
Dheeraj, who was playing for the I-League side Indian Arrows, went on to train with English Premier League club Bournemouth FC after his contract expired.
Six feet tall and fast on his feet, he rarely gives anything away when on defending duties. Let's welcome Abdul Hakku Nediyodath, the newest addition to our squad!#KeralaBlasters #TirurinteSwathu #NammudeSwantham #WelcomeHakku pic.twitter.com/k1aW4rwayO
— Kerala Blasters FC (@KeralaBlasters) June 19, 2018
Kerala Blasters coach Daivd James had made the arrangements for the young goalkeeper to train with Bournemouth. The opportunity proved to be a fulfilling experience for Dheeraj and also Blasters signing him for the upcoming ISL season.
Hakku had said he wanted to emulate Anas Edathodika, the India player from Malappuram. "It is great that someone from my village is playing for India and hopefully, I can join him in the squad soon," said Hakku.
