The 2021-22 season of the Indian Super League hasn't started yet and we already witnessed top transfers. The ISL 2021 is scheduled to start on November 19, 2021. However, the transfer window is open and players are joining and switching teams.

Let us look at the top 5 transfers that underwent for the upcoming season so far. We will also take you through the contract details, transfer fee (if involved), and player profile of the mentioned players.

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Top 5 transfers for the upcoming ISL 2021 season so far:

5. Amrinder Singh (ATK Mohun Bagan FC)

The 28-year old Indian goalkeeper joins ATK Mohun Bagan FC from Mumbai City FC on a free transfer. Amrinder Singh was one of the best goalkeepers for Mumbai city FC. He kept the highest number of clean sheets(28) for his team. Mumbai City FC has the cleanest sheets in the history of the ISL and Amrinder has played a pivotal role behind it. ATK Mohun Bagan has signed him on a free transfer deal for 5 years, his contract runs till May 31, 2026. Amrinder's current market value stands at ₹22.91m.

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4. Alan Costa (Bengaluru FC)

The 30-year-old Brazilian centre-back will join Bengaluru FC in the coming season. Bengaluru FC signed Alan Costa on loan from Avaí Futebol Clube (SC). The Brazilian has a market value of ₹43.74m and Bengaluru FC has offered him a contract that lasts up to May 31 2023.

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3. Joni Kauko (ATK Mohun Bagan FC)

ATK Mohun Bagan FC broke the internet when they announced the signing of Joni Kauko of Finland. Fans were excited about the transfer as Joni Kauko was still in action for Finland in the UEFA Euro 2020. Consequently, this signing will be a boost for Indian football. The 31-year-old central midfielder joins ATK Mohun Bagan on a free transfer from Esbjerg fB for 2 years. His contract runs until May 31, 2023. Joni Kauko is currently valued at ₹33.33m by the Transfermarkt.

2. Liston Colaco (ATK Mohun Bagan FC)

ATK Mohun Bagan signs Liston Colaco on a record transfer fee of ₹9.41m from Hyderabad FC. The 22-year-old centre-forward will join the runners-up for the upcoming season. His contract runs until May 31, 2023. The young sensational talent from Goa has scored 4 goals and 3 assists in 31 appearances in the ISL. He will look to make the ISL 2021-22 season count.

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1. Hugo Boumous (ATK Mohun Bagan FC)

One of the costliest signings of the summer so far has been made by the ISL 2020 runners-up ATK Mohun Bagan. They have signed the 25-year-old attacking midfielder from Mumbai City FC for a whopping transfer fee of ₹18.83m. Hugo Boumous has signed a 5-year deal with the club and his contract expires on May 31, 2026. However, ATK might have got this player as a steal because he is currently valued at ₹47.91m in the transfer market.

Punjab FC, the reigning champions of the 2022-23 I-League, is proud to announce its inclusion in the Indian Super League (ISL) for the upcoming 2023-24 season. The Club's remarkable victory in the I-League, along with successfully clearing the ICLS Premier 1 Licensing, has earned them a well-deserved spot in the top-tier league of Indian football. With this, the Club became the first ever club in India to gain promotion to the Indian Super League from I-League.

Punjab FC showcased extraordinary performance throughout the I-League 2022-23 season, dominating the competition and securing the top position on the points table. The team displayed exceptional skills and dedication, winning 16, drawing four and suffering only two losses. The team also scored a total of 45 goals, highlighting their prowess on the field.

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Speaking on this momentous occasion, Sunny Singh, Founder of RoundGlass and the driving force behind Punjab FC's meteoric rise said, "Punjab FC's inclusion in the ISL is a recognition of the hard work and perseverance of our players and staff. The team's swift progression from the I-League to the ISL is extraordinary, and we're thrilled to embrace the challenge of competing at the highest level of Indian football. We aim to make a lasting mark in the ISL and serve as an inspiration to young talent across India."

Nikolaos Topoliatis, Technical Director of Punjab FC, also shared his enthusiasm for the Club's new chapter and said, "Being a part of the Indian Super League is a significant milestone in Punjab FC's history. We have followed our ideology of playing a brand of football that inspires young kids across the country to take up the sport and have built upon it. We have assembled a group of emerging talents for our season ahead. Our focus remains on promoting this exciting brand of football and we look forward to competing against the best teams in the country."

As the newest entrants of the ISL, Punjab FC aims to build on its legacy and make its presence felt among the seasoned contenders and is geared up to make a lasting impression on the Indian football landscape.

AIFF rejected Kerala Blasters' appeal against the ₹4 crore fine imposed on them for misconduct and abandonment of their ISL playoff match against Bengaluru FC. The committee also rejected KBFC's head coach Ivan Vukumanović's appeal against the fine of ₹5 lakhs and a 10-game ban imposed on him. In both cases, the AIFF Disciplinary and Appeal Committee upheld the earlier decisions of the Disciplinary Committee. They were asked to pay the respective fines within two weeks. Their ISL playoff match was controversial as Kerala Blasters walked off the field claiming that Sunil Chhetri's winning strike from an extra-time freekick was not legitimate.

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Kerala claimed that referee Crystal John did not blow the whistle before Chhetri took the kick and the players were not ready. By virtue of their extra-time lead, Bengaluru FC were declared 1-0 winners and advanced into the ISL semifinals.

AIFF Disciplinary and Appeal Committee's statement

"The appeal of the appellant team is denied and Kerala Blasters FC is instructed to pay the fine of ₹4 crores imposed by the Disciplinary Committee," the Appeal Committee stated in its decision.

On the appeal made by Ivan Vukumanović, the Appeal Committee said, "This Committee holds that the appeal of the Appellant Coach is denied and that Ivan Vukumanović is instructed to pay the fine of ₹5 lakhs and serve the suspension for 10 matches and the ban from being a part of the team dressing room and team bench, irrespective of the team he is contracted with.

"Any match for which such suspension and ban have already been served shall count towards compliance with this decision," it added.

In the initial decision on March 31, the Disciplinary Committee also stated that the club and the coach needed to make public apologies. Otherwise, the fines would be increased to ₹6 crore and ₹10 lakh, respectively. In its appeal, the club had argued for levity with regard to the fine and asked that it be reduced to the minimum amount for abandoning the match.

AIFF rejected Kerala Blasters' appeal against the ₹4 crore fine imposed on them for misconduct and abandonment of their ISL playoff match against Bengaluru FC. The committee also rejected KBFC's head coach Ivan Vukumanović's appeal against the fine of ₹5 lakhs and a 10-game ban imposed on him. In both cases, the AIFF Disciplinary and Appeal Committee upheld the earlier decisions of the Disciplinary Committee. They were asked to pay the respective fines within two weeks. Their ISL playoff match was controversial as Kerala Blasters walked off the field claiming that Sunil Chhetri's winning strike from an extra-time freekick was not legitimate.

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Kerala claimed that referee Crystal John did not blow the whistle before Chhetri took the kick and the players were not ready. By virtue of their extra-time lead, Bengaluru FC were declared 1-0 winners and advanced into the ISL semifinals.

AIFF Disciplinary and Appeal Committee's statement

"The appeal of the appellant team is denied and Kerala Blasters FC is instructed to pay the fine of ₹4 crores imposed by the Disciplinary Committee," the Appeal Committee stated in its decision.

On the appeal made by Ivan Vukumanović, the Appeal Committee said, "This Committee holds that the appeal of the Appellant Coach is denied and that Ivan Vukumanović is instructed to pay the fine of ₹5 lakhs and serve the suspension for 10 matches and the ban from being a part of the team dressing room and team bench, irrespective of the team he is contracted with.

"Any match for which such suspension and ban have already been served shall count towards compliance with this decision," it added.

In the initial decision on March 31, the Disciplinary Committee also stated that the club and the coach needed to make public apologies. Otherwise, the fines would be increased to ₹6 crore and ₹10 lakh, respectively. In its appeal, the club had argued for levity with regard to the fine and asked that it be reduced to the minimum amount for abandoning the match.

The change in name was already announced by club owner Sanjiv Goenka after the Mariners beat Bengaluru FC in the ISL 2022-23 final at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa, earlier this year. There have been a few causes of contention between supporters and the administration ever since Mohun Bagan merged with ATK in January 2020. The RPSG Group is the largest owner in the new club together with Mohun Bagan Football Club (India) Private Limited to become ATK Mohun Bagan FC.

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Supporters expressed their feelings recently, claiming that the club's legacy and history were frequently being harmed. The ATKMB supporters had taken to the streets of Dharmatala, Kolkata. They were shouting anti-ATK chants in front of the Mohun Bagan Athletic Club camp. They also marched with signs in front of CESC House.

The Mariners were not pleased with the addition of the ATK prefix to the name of their beloved club. Mohun Bagan is of course one of India's most renowned football clubs. Green and Maroons supporters have been vocal in their demand for a new moniker. There have been countless demonstrations, and the supporters' endurance may now be recognised. The Mohun Bagan football team will use the brand name 'Mohun Bagan Super Giants' from next season.

The teams finished with a 1-1 scoreline after extra time. Dimitri Petratos provided the lead to the Mariners during the game's first severe attack (20 minutes in). Chianese finally tied the game in the 44th minute after a few unsuccessful attacks. ATK Mohun Bagan defeated Hyderabad FC 3-1 on penalties to win the match and secure a spot in the AFC Cup 2023–24 first round.

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ATK Mohun Bagan won 3-1 on Penalties against Hyderabad FC

The history between these two teams have been closely matched and this match was also expected to be another exciting and closely fought game. Manolo Marquez's team came into the game after a 2-1 loss to Odisha FC in their final Hero Super Cup group stage match. With four points from three games, they finished second in the group behind Odisha Fc. Hyderabad FC finished second in the Hero ISL before losing in the semi-finals to eventual champions ATK Mohun Bagan.

On the other hand, ATK Mohun Bagan entered the game after losing in the Hero Super Cup's group stage. The Hero ISL winners only achieved one victory and came in third place in their group.
They had a fantastic season in the Hero ISL, winning their first-ever trophy with a triumph over Bengaluru FC in the championship game.

Hyderabad FC XI:

Anuj Kumar; Odei Onaindia, Reagan Sigh, Chinglensana Singh, Akash Mishra; Joao Victor, Sahil Tavora; Mohammad Yasir, Aaren Silva, Joel Chianese, and Borja Herrera

ATK Mohun Bagan XI:

Vishal Kaith; Pritam Kotal (C), Carl McHugh, Subhasish Bose; Hnamte, Glan Martins; Hugo Boumous, Ashique Kuruniyan, Manvir Singh, and Dimitri Petratos, Brendan Hamil