I-League: Mohun Bagan ropes in Spanish forward Chamorro

Mohun Bagan's new forward Chamorro began his professional career in Villarreal playing for its reserve teams -- Villarreal C and Villarreal B between 2008-2012.

Published : Jun 19, 2019 19:24 IST , Kolkata

Chamorro also played for Barcelona B in 2016.
Chamorro also played for Barcelona B in 2016.
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Chamorro also played for Barcelona B in 2016.

Former I-League champion Mohun Bagan on Wednesday announced the signing of Spanish forward Salva Chamorro from Doxa Drama FC, a second tier Greek football club.

The 29-year-old from Orihuela in Spain began his professional career in Villarreal playing for its reserve teams -- Villarreal C and Villarreal B between 2008-2012.

“I am really looking forward to this challenge. I never had any doubts in mind after I spoke with (head coach) Kibu Vicuna and read about the legacy of Mohun Bagan. I am looking forward to get started,” he said, in a media statement.

Chamorro also played for Barcelona B in 2016. He mostly played in Segunda Division and Segunda Division in Spain.

He helped UE Llagostera to become champion of Segunda Division B in 2013-14 by scoring 11 goals. Chamorro has also played in countries like Portugal, Greece and Hong Kong.

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