ISL Transfer: Mohun Bagan rope in Scottish defender Tom Aldred

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Mohun Bagan Super Giant have roped in Scottish defender Tom Aldred for the upcoming ISL season, the club announced on Tuesday (July 2).

Tom Aldred has been signed from the Australian club Brisbane Roar FC, where he has been playing since 2019. The Scottish defender, who primarily plays as a centre-back, will join the Mariners ahead of the new season.

Jose Molina, Head Coach of the team said, "Tom Aldred is an experienced player to strengthen our defense. He has great physique, forceful and is very aggressive defensively. Tom is a dominator in aerial balls and also has good technique to the build up play."

Tom Aldred was also excited to join his new club and spoke highly about the Kolkata giants.

"I am delighted to be joining Mohun Bagan Super Giant FC. It will be an honour to wear the green and maroon jersey and I am extremely excited to get started," Aldred was quoted as saying by Mohun Bagan.

"I am well aware of the incredible history of Mohun Bagan and I've have watched some of the recent successes from afar. I will give my absolute best every single day to represent Mohun Bagan. I am looking forward to working hard and contributing to further success for the club, the fans, and my teammates. I can't wait to get over to India and Kolkata and meet everyone. See you all very soon," he further added.