NorthEast United FC sign Australian striker Tomi Juric

KOHIMA — The NorthEast United FC (NEUFC) on Monday announced the signing of Australian striker Tomi Juric on a free transfer.

Juric was part of the Australian squad in the FIFA World Cup 2018 and the Asian Cup winning squad in 2015. He has had successful stints across Europe and Asia, notably at Western Sydney Wanders, where he won the AFC Champions League, FC Luzern, Roda JC, and more recently, Melbourne Victory.

Excited about the new challenge, Juric expressed his commitment to the team’s goals. “I’m eager to contribute to NorthEast United’s journey in the Indian Super League. I am ready to help the team achieve its goals for the season. It’s a new challenge, and I am committed to giving my all for the fans and the club,” he said.

NEUFC head coach Juan Pedro Benali said Tomi is a top-class player with a lot of experience playing at the highest level. “His achievements, along with his goal-scoring ability, make him a valuable addition to our squad. We believe his presence will be a game changer,” the coach added.

The club’s CEO, Mandar Tamhane also expressed confidence in the new acquisition. “We are very happy to welcome Tomi Juric to NorthEast United FC. He brings with him valuable experience and winning mentality to the squad having won the AFC Champions League, Asian Cup. We believe he has all the qualities we need as we head into the business end of the league,” he said.

Juric is the second footballer to sign for the NEUFC this month, following the signing of Moroccan U-23 international Hamza Regragui from Wydad AC earlier last week.

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