Dinesh
Singh in action during a match.
- DIMAPUR — NorthEast
United FC has announced that defender Dinesh Singh has renewed his contract
with the club and will remain with the Highlanders until the end of the 2026–27
season.
- According to an update from the club, since arriving at the
club ahead of the 2023-24 season, Dinesh, 27, has emerged as a pillar of
strength in the Highlanders’ backline under head coach Juan Pedro Benali.
- It said that Dinesh can operate as a centre-back and
right-back, and his ability to seamlessly slot into multiple positions has
allowed the team greater flexibility in defensive structures and in-game
transitions.
- With 48 appearances across all competitions, Dinesh has
impressed with his calmness under pressure, aerial dominance, and well-timed
tackles while taking on leadership responsibilities at the back.
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- “I’m delighted to continue my journey with NorthEast United
FC. This club has become like a family to me. I’m motivated to keep improving
and to help the club achieve even greater success in the coming seasons,”
Dinesh said.
- Head coach Juan Pedro Benali lauded Dinesh’s all-round
contribution, saying, “Dinesh is a great team player. His commitment, work
ethic, and tactical abilities make him a key player in our team. He brings
balance and versatility to our backline and reads the game exceptionally well.”
- “Renewing Dinesh’s contract was vital for us. He is a great
defender, versatile, and a great character. He is a player’s player. His
progress since joining has been exceptional — he leads by example on and off
the pitch. We look forward to seeing him grow further and play a central role
in our ambitions for the seasons ahead,” Mandar Tamhane, CEO, NorthEast United
FC, said.
- Dinesh Singh’s renewal marks another step in NorthEast
United FC’s continued focus on building a strong, consistent core as the team
looks ahead to the 2025-26 campaign.
