CHENNAI (India): Chennaiyin FC has signed Edwin Sydney Vanspaul on a new multi-year contract, the club said on Thursday.
Edwin joined the Marina Machans ahead of the 2019-20 Indian Super League campaign and in his debut season, played a starring role in defence and in midfield.
“What I am feeling right now is beyond happiness. I am really thankful to everyone at Chennaiyin FC for showing that belief and faith in me, that they have retained me for the future,” said the Neyveli-born former I-League winner with Chennai City FC.
His partnership with the likes of Anirudh Thapa and Rafael Crivellaro was instrumental in CFC’s stunning run to the final.
Despite being limited to a bit-part role in the 2020-21 season that just concluded, Edwin was a dependable force whenever called upon, happy to showcase the full range of his versatility and slot in where the team required him to, even notching two assists in 14 outings, albeit most of them from the bench.
With a total of 34 CFC appearances to his name so far, Edwin will be raring to go in the new season, hopefully back performing in front of the ardent Chennaiyin supporters. The fans are a big part of his journey at the club, with Edwin also seen shaking a leg with them after victories at the Marina Arena, much to everyone’s joy.
“I’m really proud of everything I have gained in these two years so far at CFC. It is certainly a matter of huge importance for me to continue representing a two-time champion club of the ISL. The endeavour now is to keep improving and delivering more success hopefully to the club and our fans,” he added. “I wish to give my 200% at all times for the club. We need to bounce back and have a solid season next time around”
(As received from Chennaiyin FC)
