Bengaluru FC retains u-21 players for 2017-18 season

India international Daniel Lalhlimpuia also continues to remain a part of the squad, and will feature in BFC’s AFC Cup campaign.

Published : Jul 21, 2017 19:25 IST

(L-R) Nishu Kumar, Daniel Lalhlimpuia and Malsawmzuala, have been retained by Bengaluru FC.

Bengaluru FC (BFC) have retained two of its youngsters, midfielder Malsawmzuala and defender Nishu Kumar, keeping them at the club till the end of the 2017-18 season. The duo made the grade in the under-21 uncapped player slots for the Indian Super League (ISL).

India international Daniel Lalhlimpuia also continues to remain a part of the squad, and will feature in BFC’s AFC Cup campaign.

“I’m very happy to continue with BFC. It was an easy decision for me. The amount of trust the management and the coaching staff has shown in me means a lot,” Nishu said.

"We are at a very crucial junction in the AFC Cup, and I am looking forward to playing my part," said Daniel.