Jesin TK was the top scorer in this year’s Santosh Trophy, where Kerala champions. The player scored five goals once morest Karnataka in the semi-finals. The performance also brought the actor national attention. Jesin, who was the star of Kerala United, is indicated to sign a two-year contract with East Bengal.
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At the same time, Jes was able to catch the attention of many ISL clubs with his brilliant performance in the Santosh Trophy. There were reports that Kerala Blasters, ATK Mohun Bagan, Bengaluru FC and FC Goa clubs have set their eyes on the player. Interestingly, Jesin was also the player who tried to acquire Kerala Blasters and failed. The move fell through because his club, Kerala United, refused to give the player to Blasters.
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At the same time, Jijo Joseph, who was the captain of Kerala Blasters in Santosh Trophy, will now play for East Bengal. Jijo, currently an SBI employee, will come to East Bengal on a one-year contract. East Bengal is a club that has shown interest in getting Minnia Jijo in the Santosh Trophy since earlier. The presence of Jijo, who is good at playing in attacking midfield and forward positions, is expected to increase the strength of East Bengal in the coming season.
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