East Bengal transfer news 2023 – latest updates ahead of 2023-24

East Bengal transfer news: The Red and Gold side have a big summer transfer window ahead of them, where they will need to build a squad which is capable of challenging for the top six. In spite of dominating the I-League for the entirety of their stay in the competition, the historic club hasn’t been able to carry over their success into the ISL just yet.

Their first few seasons in the competition have been thoroughly disappointing in comparison to their past success. And with a new manager at the helm this season, they will now turn their focus on building a squad that can perform at a higher level. Here is the latest East Bengal transfer news that you need to know:

Australian defender Jordan Elsey signs for East Bengal

The Torch Bearers have reinforced their backline by signing 29-year-old Australian centre-back Jordan Elsey from A-League club Perth Glory. The player made a name for himself by winning numerous trophies with Adelaide Untied before moving to the Newcastle Jets. He will be moving to the ISL after a brief spell with Perth, and joins Jose Antonio Pardo Lucas as the new central defenders for the club this summer.

East Bengal transfer news- Javi Siverio arrival confirmed

East Bengal have now confirmed the arrival of Javi Siverio as well, with the Spaniard making the move from Hyderabad FC, like his teammate Borja Herrera. The forward will be wearing the number 99 jersey for the Red and Golds this coming season, and will be an important part of their attack.

The team struggled to score goals this past season, while Sivero was able to score 5 in 20 games, with limited minutes. As a result, the expectation will be for him to raise their offensive output in the coming season.

East Bengal transfer news: Borja Herrera joins on 1-year deal

Former Hyderabad FC midfielder Borja Herrera has joined East Bengal for the 2022/23 season, signing a one-year deal with them. The Spaniard’s arrival has been officially announced by the club on their social media platforms.

This past season, he scored four goals, provided five assists and created 32 chances for the Nizams in 22 league games. As a result, he will prove to be a huge addition for the Torch Bearers, and could finally help them play more attacking football than they have in recent years.

East Bengal transfer news: Nandhakumar Sekar signs on a 3-year deal

The former Odisha FC winger has officially completed a switch to East Bengal, as confirmed by the club on their social media accounts. Nandha has signed a three-year deal until 2026, and will be a great addition to the team for the coming season. In 2022-23, he scored eleven goals and helped Odisha win their first ever piece of silverware in the Hero Super Cup, and now, he has a new challenge to take up with the Kolkata club.

East Bengal transfer news: Mandar Rao Dessai officially signs

East Bengal have officially confirmed the arrival of Mandar Rao Dessai on a free transfer. The left-back has made the move to the Red and Gold club after spending three years with Mumbai City FC. This past season, he made only 16 appearances across all competitions and played for 898 minutes. And he will be the replacement for Jerry, who has left the club upon the expiry of his contract.

East Bengal transfer news: Nishu Kumar joins on 1-year loan

Kerala Blasters defender Nishu Kumar has completed a loan move to East Bengal for the 23/24 season. The full-back is very good with both feet, and can play on either flank, which is a remarkable ability. As a result, he will be a unique player who could help Carles Cuadrat set up for the coming season.

The pair worked together at Bengaluru FC when the club won the ISL title in 2018. And now, they have reunited in Bengal, and will be looking to deliver a positive season ahead.

East Bengal transfer news: Several key departures confirmed by the club:

The Red and Gold club have confirmed the exits of several key players following the 2022-23 campaign. The likes of Alex Lima, Sumit Passi, Jerry, Jordan O’ Doherty, Jake Jervis, Semboi Haokip and midfield regular Charalambos Kyriacou, in spite of his impressive performances this past season. The departure of head coach Stephen Constantine also played a part in the clearout following the expiry of their contracts.

Read more: Players released by East Bengal after the 2022/23 season

East Bengal transfer news 2023: Players in so far

Edwin Sydney Vanspaul and Saul Crespo have joined the club, following the arrival of Carles Cuadrat as the new head coach. East Bengal have shown remarkable dedication in the transfer market this time around, and their determination to build a squad which does justice to their past glory is on full display. The new arrivals will have time to fit in with the existing players, and will have a complete pre-season to get settled and find a cohesive pattern which is effective for them this season.