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Punjab FC has secured the signing of defender Muhammed Uvais from Jamshedpur FC on a multi-year deal. The 26-year-old left-back brings experience from ISL and I-League, including a title-winning campaign with Gokulam Kerala. Uvais, who began his career at MSP Academy, has made 56 appearances in the ISL. Punjab FC's Technical Director praised Uvais as a valuable addition entering his prime.

Key Points: Punjab FC Sign Defender Muhammed Uvais From Jamshedpur FC

  • Uvais joins Punjab FC after 56 appearances for Jamshedpur FC
  • Kerala-born defender won I-League with Gokulam Kerala FC
  • Played key role in ISL Cup semifinal & Kalinga Super Cup final
  • Started career at MSP Academy in Malappuram
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Punjab FC sign defender Muhammed Uvais on multi-year contract

Punjab FC strengthens defense with Muhammed Uvais, signing the former Jamshedpur FC full-back on a multi-year deal ahead of the new season.

"Uvais is an accomplished player who has proven himself in the domestic circuit for some years now. – Nikolaos Topoliatis, Punjab FC Technical Director"

Mohali, June 15

Punjab FC has announced the signing of defender Muhammed Uvais for the upcoming season. The full-back last featured for the Indian Super League (ISL) side Jamshedpur FC, where he reached both the ISL Cup semifinal and the Kalinga Super Cup final.

Uvais, who joined Jamshedpur FC in 2022 and made 56 appearances for the club across three seasons, providing four assists and one goal, has signed a multi-year contract with the Shers.

The 26-year-old was born in Nilambur in the football-loving district of Malappuram in Kerala and primarily plays as a left back. He started his professional career in 2017 with FC Kerala and played in the 2017-2018 I-League 2. He moved to FC Thrissur for the next season before moving to Ozone FC in Bengaluru before shifting to another city club, Bengaluru United in the 2020 season.

Uvais shifted back to Kerala the next year and represented Kerala State Electricity Board before being signed by Gokulam Kerala FC with whom he won the I-League in the 2021-22 season. He made 18 appearances and scored once in the season, which led him to sign for Jamshedpur FC in the ISL on a three-year contract in 2022.

Uvais started his footballing journey at the famed MSP Academy in Malappuram before moving to Bharath FC Pune Academy. He has also represented Sudeva Delhi FC in his youth career.

Speaking about the signing, Technical Director of Punjab FC, Nikolaos Topoliatis said, "Uvais is an accomplished player who has proven himself in the domestic circuit for some years now. We have signed him at the right time as he is entering his prime and will be valuable signing for Punjab. I wish him good health and a wonderful season ahead for us."

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Great signing by Punjab FC! Uvais has been consistent in ISL and his experience will strengthen the defense. Hope he can help Punjab improve their position in the league this season. Kerala keeps producing quality footballers 🇮🇳⚽
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Priya M.
As a football fan from Punjab, I'm excited but also concerned - we need more local players in the squad too. Uvais is talented no doubt, but hope the team maintains balance between domestic and local talent. Still, best wishes to him!
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Arjun S.
Malappuram's football factory keeps delivering! Uvais has shown great versatility playing across clubs. His journey from I-League to ISL is inspiring for young players. Hope he gets national team call-up soon 🤞
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Sunita R.
Good move for both player and club. At 26, Uvais is entering his peak years. His experience in different leagues will be valuable. Just hope Punjab FC gives him proper support system - too many clubs sign players but don't develop them properly.
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Vikram J.
Decent signing but Punjab FC needs to focus more on their attacking options. Our defense wasn't the worst last season - we struggled to score goals! Uvais is good but hope this isn't the only major signing before new season.

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