Hira Mondal has left Bengaluru FC after both parties decided to mutually terminate his existing contract, the Hero Indian Super League (ISL) club announced through a social media post on Monday.

The 25-year-old defender hailing from Kolkata had joined Bengaluru FC from East Bengal FC at the start of the 2022-2023 season. The defender was one of the standout performers in what was a rather difficult season for the Red and Gold Brigade and deciced to shift base after receiving an offer from the Blues.

Mondal played a part in Bengaluru FC’s Durand Cup triumph but didn't feature for the Simon Grayson's side in the Hero ISL. 

UPDATE: Hira Mondal's contract with Bengaluru FC has been terminated by mutual consent. The club wishes Hira the best for his future. #WeAreBFC pic.twitter.com/bde1nyu0sA

— Bengaluru FC (@bengalurufc) November 21, 2022

A full-back who loves to push forward into attacking positions, Mondal was rewarded with a place in the Team of the season in the I-League after his stellar campaign with Mohammedan SC. A full-back who loves to go forward, Mondal came into the limelight after his commendable performances for West Bengal Santosh Trophy team and helping Mohammaden SC win the 2nd division I- League. Mondal has represented Kolkata-based clubs Rainbow SC, Tollygunge Agragami, and Peerless. He started his youth career with Calcutta Port Trust in 2015.