Chennai, Chennaiyin FC on Thursday added talented central midfielder Lalrinliana Hanamte on a three-year contract ahead of the ISL 2024-25 season.
The 21-year-old thus becomes the third midfielder to join Marina Machans after Lucas Brambilla and Jitendra Singh ahead of the upcoming season.
Mizoram-born Hnamate is one of the hottest talents in Indian football. He made his Indian Super League (ISL) debut at the age of 18 for East Bengal in 2021.
Welcoming Hnamte to the club, head coach Owen Coyle said: “Because of his ability we haven't seen Hnamte in the league as much as we should have. “He is a fantastic young boy who will offer something different to our midfield options.”
Before joining Chennaiyin, Hnamte was a part of Mohun Bagan Super Giants for three seasons. He won the Durand Cup (2023), ISL title (2023) and League Shield (2024) with them.
“I am very excited and grateful to be a part of this amazing club and I can't wait to play in front of the fans. I will give my everything to help this team win,” Hanamte said.
Hnamte has made 43 appearances in the ISL and has spent over 1300 minutes on the field. Last season, he recorded an impressive passing accuracy of 83 percent in 13 matches.
The 21-year-old thus becomes the third midfielder to join Marina Machans after Lucas Brambilla and Jitendra Singh ahead of the upcoming season.
Mizoram-born Hnamate is one of the hottest talents in Indian football. He made his Indian Super League (ISL) debut at the age of 18 for East Bengal in 2021.
Welcoming Hnamte to the club, head coach Owen Coyle said: “Because of his ability we haven't seen Hnamte in the league as much as we should have. “He is a fantastic young boy who will offer something different to our midfield options.”
Before joining Chennaiyin, Hnamte was a part of Mohun Bagan Super Giants for three seasons. He won the Durand Cup (2023), ISL title (2023) and League Shield (2024) with them.
“I am very excited and grateful to be a part of this amazing club and I can't wait to play in front of the fans. I will give my everything to help this team win,” Hanamte said.
Hnamte has made 43 appearances in the ISL and has spent over 1300 minutes on the field. Last season, he recorded an impressive passing accuracy of 83 percent in 13 matches.