ISL NorthEast United FC signs defender Ranjan Singh NorthEast United's new signing Salam Ranjan Singh has previously played as a central defender with leading teams in the I-League such as Bengaluru FC and Pune FC. He has also represented India in the under-23 age group. PTI New Delhi 07 September, 2016 19:27 IST Speaking at the appointment, actor John Abraham said, “I have personally enjoyed Ranjan’s game in the I-league matches and with his dedication and sincerity for football, find him to be the perfect fit in our club. I extend a warm welcome to him.” - PTI PTI New Delhi 07 September, 2016 19:27 IST John Abraham-owned NorthEast United FC has secured the services of center-back Salam Ranjan Singh, for the upcoming season of Hero Indian Super League (ISL). The professional footballer has previously played as a central defender with leading teams in the I-League such as Bengaluru FC and Pune FC. He has also represented India in the under-23 age group. Speaking at the appointment, actor John Abraham said, “I have personally enjoyed Ranjan’s game in the I-league matches and with his dedication and sincerity for football, find him to be the perfect fit in our club. I extend a warm welcome to him.” “I am glad to be signed by NEUFC and feel that it is the right place for me. Everyone at the club is immensely passionate about football and I look forward to training with the team and performing my best at the championship,” added Salam Ranjan on joining NEUFC.