Chennaiyin FC continue to splash the cash in the transfer market, and have now signed Elsinho Dias from Jamshedpur FC. The Brazilian centre-back has signed a two-year deal with the Marina Machans, joining former JFC coach Owen Coyle in a bid to improve results next season.
The 32-year-old had a number of offers on the table, including a renewal from Jamshedpur FC and an offer from Punjab FC. But, he decided to turn them down in favour of a move to South India.
Chennaiyin FC sign Elsinho Dias to fortify defence for new season
Chennaiyin FC have agreed a deal for defender Elsinho Dias, we can exclusively confirm ✅🔵
— 90ndstoppage (@90ndstoppage) April 25, 2024
33 yo Brazilian will join the Marina Machans on a multi-year deal, the player has made his decision despite having offers on table from JFC (renewal) & PFC ✍️🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/kHTEUjvVVO
The club has been very active in the transfer market, after making it to the top six of the ISL. They were, however, eliminated in the first fixture against FC Goa.
Alongside Elsinho Dias, the club has signed Laldinpuia and Daniel Chima from Jamshedpur FC. They have also signed Mandar Rao Desai from East Bengal to bolster their defence, with their squad already looking much better.
Over the next few weeks, Chennaiyin FC are expected to add a new goalkeeper to their squad after Debjit Majumder’s return to East Bengal. Mumbai City FC’s Mohammad Nawaz is one of the top names on the club’s list – and it now remains to be seen whether they can continue their hot streak in the market.
