Goan winger Vincy Barretto joins Kerala Blasters FC

Goan winger Vincy Barretto joins Kerala Blasters FC

Vincy Barretto

Indian Super League outfit Kerala Blasters FC have roped in Indian winger Vincy Barretto on a three-year deal, which will keep him at the club until the 2023/24 edition of the ISL.

The 21-year-old winger started his senior career with the FC Goa Reserve team in 2017, where he played 17 matches before leaving the club in 2020. He joined I-League club Gokulam Kerala FC ahead of the 2020/21 edition of the I-League and played 13 matches for the side last season. He played a key role in guiding the team to lift the trophy.

Vincy Barretto assisted once last season for the Malabarians. His only assist came against TRAU FC when he passed the ball to Emil Benny at the 16th minute, who found the net and gave Gokulam Kerala a 1-0 lead in the game. Finally, Gokulam Kerala FC won the game 3-1.

Vincy Barretto poses with a trophy during his time with Kerala Blasters FC

Barretto will don the yellow jersey in the upcoming edition of the Indian Super League. He was elated to join the Tuskers and was happy to represent a Kerala-based club once again.

“I am glad to represent Kerala once again. I have always heard about the fan base that Kerala Blasters FC has, and I am really excited to be part of the team and experience that. I look forward to growing personally and showing my best performance on the field for KBFC”, says Vincy Barretto.

Kerala Blasters Sporting Director Karolis Skinkys has his say on Vincy Barretto

Vincy Barretto during a training session

“We are happy to have this young talent, Vincy Barretto in the team. Barretto is a promising player with high potential. With his pace and versatility, he has procured an identity of his own within a short span of time. I wish him all the very best and extend my full support in his football career,’ said Karolis Skinkys, Sporting Director, Kerala Blasters FC.

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