Kalinga Super Cup 2024: East Bengal Loan out Mobashir Rahman To Chennaiyin FC For Remainder Of Season

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Chennaiyin FC made their first acquisition of the January transfer window as the southern club roped in Mobashir Rahman on loan from East Bengal. Chennaiyin FC have made the signing three days ahead of their opening group match in the Kalinga Super Cup 2024.

The 25-year-old central midfielder, who made one appearance during the first half of ISL 2023-24 for East Bengal, has previously played under head coach Owen Coyle as well during his time at Jamshedpur FC between 2020-22.

The head coach praised the signing of the player and recognized him as a valuable addition to the squad. Rahman's experience and versatility in the midfield will increase the options for Coyle during the upcoming matches.

The Scotsman said, "Rahman is a wonderful talent and has proven himself at the top stage for Jamshedpur FC and East Bengal FC. I have worked with him previously during my time at Jamshedpur and know his quality on the field. He is a valuable addition to our midfield and we are excited to work with him for the remainder of the season."

Rahman has scored two goals and given four assists in a total of 83 appearances in all competitions during his career.

"I am excited to join two-time ISL champions Chennaiyin FC and looking forward to work under the guidance of head coach Owen Coyle once again, who has helped me to improve my game in the past as well. I hope to give my best for the team, working hard day in and day out to help the club achieve its goal for the season ahead and make our fans happy," Rahman said.

Chennaiyin FC are are currently lying in seventh place in the ISL 2023-24 after 12 points from 12 matches. In the Kalinga Super Cup, they will face Punjab FC, Gokulam Kerala (January 18) and Mumbai City FC (January 21) in Group C.