New Delhi [India], Kerala Blasters FC of the Indian Super League (ISL) announced the signing of goalkeeper Nora Fernandes, who signs a three-year contract until 2027.
Before joining the Blasters, Fernandes played for I-League side Aizawl FC. The 25-year-old goalkeeper made his mark in her 17 appearances.
She impressed with his commanding presence in the penalty area, his strong reflexes and his striking shot-stopping ability.
Born in Goa, Fernandes began his youth and professional career with Salgaocar FC, after joining their U18 team. He represented them in the I-League U18 and Goa Professional League before moving to Churchill Brothers in 2020.
From 2020 to 2023, the talented goalkeeper played 12 games. While his raw talent and ability was evident with his performances, Aizawl FC were the first to spot the potential, eventually giving him the opportunity as the starting goalkeeper in the 2023-24 I-League season. .
"The inclusion of Fernandes is based on his consistent performances, his natural ability and his dominant physicality in front of goal. We were tasked with strengthening the goalkeeper position and we see potential in Fernandes to give us depth in this position ". said Kerala Blasters FC sporting director Karolis Skinkys, according to a statement released by the club.
"I am proud and excited to join a club like Kerala Blasters FC. I am looking forward to my first season in the ISL and I am determined to give my best and perform to the best of my abilities," said Nora Fernandes. her after signing for the club.
Nora Fernandes becomes the Blasters' fourth domestic signing this summer, as well as the second goalkeeper signing of the summer after Som Kumar. The addition of Fernandes will further strengthen and deepen the first team's goalkeeping unit, which also includes the presence of Sachin Suresh.
Before joining the Blasters, Fernandes played for I-League side Aizawl FC. The 25-year-old goalkeeper made his mark in her 17 appearances.
She impressed with his commanding presence in the penalty area, his strong reflexes and his striking shot-stopping ability.
Born in Goa, Fernandes began his youth and professional career with Salgaocar FC, after joining their U18 team. He represented them in the I-League U18 and Goa Professional League before moving to Churchill Brothers in 2020.
From 2020 to 2023, the talented goalkeeper played 12 games. While his raw talent and ability was evident with his performances, Aizawl FC were the first to spot the potential, eventually giving him the opportunity as the starting goalkeeper in the 2023-24 I-League season. .
"The inclusion of Fernandes is based on his consistent performances, his natural ability and his dominant physicality in front of goal. We were tasked with strengthening the goalkeeper position and we see potential in Fernandes to give us depth in this position ". said Kerala Blasters FC sporting director Karolis Skinkys, according to a statement released by the club.
"I am proud and excited to join a club like Kerala Blasters FC. I am looking forward to my first season in the ISL and I am determined to give my best and perform to the best of my abilities," said Nora Fernandes. her after signing for the club.
Nora Fernandes becomes the Blasters' fourth domestic signing this summer, as well as the second goalkeeper signing of the summer after Som Kumar. The addition of Fernandes will further strengthen and deepen the first team's goalkeeping unit, which also includes the presence of Sachin Suresh.
