Indian Super League club is delighted to announce that they have signed Indian defender Lalruatthara ahead of the eighth season of the tournament. Lalruatthara has signed a two-year deal with the club and he can also extend it by a year.

Lalruatthara began his professional football career with Aizawl FC back in 2015. He was also part of the Hero I-league winning team. Subsequently, he penned down a deal with Kerala Blasters in 2017 and he was also awarded the Emerging player of the season in his debut edition of the league.

Lalruatthara has also represented the national team at the top level and also at the Under-23 level.

Expressing his delight, Lalruatthara stated, “I am very happy and grateful to wear the Odisha FC jersey in the upcoming season. I look forward to representing the club by giving my best. I am thrilled to play under a new system, coach, staff and am excited to learn new things to improve my game.

“I am looking forward to playing with some familiar faces and as a team, to take Odisha FC to new heights. I thank everyone at the club for the trust and for giving me this opportunity,” he further added.

Speaking about the new signing, Odisha FC CEO Mr Rohan Sharma said, “I’ve had my eyes on Lalruatthara since his breakout at Kerala Blasters FC. I love his defensive versatility and think he can add a lot to our defence. I know he is eager to prove he’s a national team quality defender again and he will have ample opportunities to prove it at OFC.”

“I am extremely happy that Lalruatthara has decided to join Odisha FC. He is one of the most talented defenders in India and I’m pretty sure that he will be a great addition to our side,” said Mr Raj Athwal, Club President, Odisha FC.

Odisha FC had finished the previous season as the wooden spooners as they could only manage two wins from 20 matches and they will be looking to turn the tables in the next season.