KOLKATA (India): Bangladesh national team captain Jamal Bhuyan exuded confidence to play in the city after Mohammedan Sporting Club named him as one of their latest signings ahead of their I-League campaign.
“An offer from the Hero I-League is very good for me. So when Mohammedan Sporting approached me I asked around to know more about their rich history,” Jamal told the-aiff.com. “They just earned promotion and now want to win the League. I felt that that is the kind of intent I want to play with, and that I can make an impact there. Looking forward to playing at Mohammedan.”
The 30-year-old will look to settle quickly into life in the city, as he feels that knowing Bengali will help him develop a connection with the local players.
However, the Bangladesh captain also feels a deeper connect on his sojourn across the border.
“I think the environment and culture in Kolkata will be very similar to the one we experience back here in Bangladesh,” said Jamal. “My family used to stay in India before Independence. That was a long time back, but I am really looking forward to it as it will be kind of getting back to the roots as well.”
