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Indian football transfer news: East Bengal sign Jeakson Singh; Mohun Bagan rope in Greg Stewart

In the latest Indian football transfer news, East Bengal FC declared the signing of Indian football team midfielder Jeakson Singh Thounaojam while Mohun Bagan Super Giant roped in Greg Stewart on a one-year deal. 

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In the latest Indian football transfer news, East Bengal FC declared the signing of Indian football team midfielder Jeakson Singh Thounaojam on a four-year contract from Kerala Blasters FC on Friday. Meantime, their arch-rivals Mohun Bagan Super Giant also roped in Scotland's Greg Stewart on a one-year deal. 

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Jeakson, the star Indian midfielder had some injury concerns in the last season and was not available for Kerala Blasters for most of the games. A fit and fine Jeakson Singh is probably the best defensive midfielder in the nation at the moment. On the other end, Greg has won two ISL shields for two different Indian clubs and also emerged as the "Player of the Season" in the 2021-22 season while featuring for Jamshedpur FC.

“I am honoured and thrilled to join this historic club. The unwavering support and energy of the East Bengal fans are truly 
inspiring and I look forward to contributing to its rich legacy and giving my best on and off the field for them. Together, we’ll achieve great things and create unforgettable memories in the days to come," Jeakson said on his arrival at the East Bengal Club.

"I had a dream of playing at the Mecca of Indian Football. I know every stadium in India and had success while playing at those stadiums. But the thrill and excitement of playing for a historical and best club in India like Mohun Bagan is something else. I want to thank the team management for giving me an opportunity to play for Mohun Bagan," Greg said after signing for Mohun Bagan SG.

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