Rafael Crivellaro extends contract with Chennaiyin FC

Brazilian attacking midfielder Rafael Crivellaro has signed a multi-year deal with the Marina Machans, the club confirmed on Friday.

Rafael Crivellaro was the captain of Chennaiyin FC in the previous edition of the Indian Super League. However, the player couldn’t play much last season after he was ruled out of the season due to an ankle injury that he sustained in a fixture against ATK Mohun Bagan.

“I’m very happy to continue with Chennaiyin FC. Ever since I joined the club, I’ve had a special bond with the fans, the city and the staff. I love Chennai. For me, it has always felt like home. Last season, injury kept me away, and now I can’t wait to get back with the team and give it everything on the field,” the Brazilian said on his return to the club for a third straight season. 

The club’s coach also heaped praise on the 32-year-old attacking midfielder.

“Rafael Crivellaro is a very good player. He has shown his quality with his performances for the team in the past. We have extended his contract as we believe he will do the same this year as well. I’m sure he’ll work hard to make a comeback after his injury. I hope he will come back stronger and better and help the team as he did before,” CFC’s newly-appointed coach Bozidar Bandovic said.

Rafael Crivellaro’s ISL stats

Rafael Crivellaro joined Chennaiyin FC ahead of the 2019/20 edition of the Indian Super League. He played 25 matches for the Marina Machans and has score eight goals to date. The attacking midfielder will once again wear the number 10 jersey for the third consecutive year.

After missing out on playing games last season due to an injury, the Brazilian will look to come back stronger in the upcoming edition of the Indian Super League.

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