Chennai, Two time champions Chennaiyin FC
today announced that Jerry Lalrinzuala has renewed his stay
at the club after signing a new multi-year deal. Heading for a fifth season in Chennaiyin blue, the talented left back from Mizoram has been a fan favourite and mainstay in his position, having made 65 appearances for the club, already having played a pivotal role in the 2017-18 Indian Super League , title triumph as he featured in all but one game in that campaign. Fittingly, the nine-time capped India international committed his
future to the two-time ISL champions on the eve of his 22nd birthday,
with the announcement coming through on his special day, a CFC
release said. “I am very happy to have extended my time at Chennaiyin after, another memorable season last time out. My journey with the
club so far has been an incredible learning experience; everyone
associated with it over the years has moulded me into a footballer
I am today”, Jerry said. ”I can’t wait to wear the CFC jersey again and continue fighting for our passionate supporters. Looking ahead, I hope my fifth season at the club results in five star achievements!”, said Jerry, who made 14 appearances and notched two assists in the 2019-20 ISL campaign
enroute to the final, which unfortunately ended in defeat. “Jerry is a fantastic talent whose qualities have been nurtured at
Chennaiyin FC over the years. We are proud to see the progress
he has made, becoming a tenacious and gritty presence who has
been a vital component of our recent success”, Vita Dani, co-owner,
Chennaiyin FC said.