ISL: Rafael Crivellaro extends Chennaiyin FC contract till 2023

Rafael Crivellaro has extended his stay at Chennaiyin FC by signing a new contract with the club, which will extend till 2023.

Published : May 23, 2022 21:04 IST

Rafael Crivellaro captained Chennaiyin FC in 2020-21. - SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

Attacking midfielder Rafael Crivellaro has extended his stay at Chennaiyin FC by signing a new contract with the club, which will extend till 2023.

The 33-year-old, who captained the team in the 2020-21 season, was ruled out of last season after suffering an injury. The club and the player mutually decided to part ways for the remainder of the season.

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Crivellaro last featured for the club on 29th December, 2020 against ATK Mohun Bagan.

The Brazilian joined the club on 3rd September, 2019 and played a key role in Chennaiyin FC reaching the finals of ISL 2019/20. In the two and a half seasons as a Marina Machan, he made 27 appearances, scoring eight goals, providing nine assists and much more off the field.