Kerala Blasters FC and Punjab FC confirm departure of foreign players
The Blasters parted ways with Milos Drincic while Asmir Suljic departs the Shers after one season.
Indian Super League (ISL) club Kerala Blasters FC on Tuesday announced the departure of Milos Drincic.
The Montenegrin centre-back joined the Blasters ahead of the 2023–24 season. He played a key role under Ivan Vukomanovic, helping KBFC qualify for the playoffs for the third consecutive time.
The club can confirm that it has reached an agreement with Miloš Drinčić to mutually part ways with immediate effect.
— Kerala Blasters FC (@KeralaBlasters) June 17, 2025
Miloš has secured an opportunity to pursue his career at the topmost level in another Asian country, and we would like to wish him nothing but the best for his… pic.twitter.com/1JdhXdImAn
Drincic, who had extended his stay with the club in 2024, has now parted ways with the Blasters. He was a regular starter in the 2024–25 season, featuring in 21 of 24 matches.
The defender was a mainstay for KBFC and contributed to four clean sheets. He also played a pivotal role in build-up play, averaging 45 passes per game with an 86% passing accuracy.
Drincic won 94 duels and 17 tackles while also recording 79 clearances and 15 blocks. He scored once last season and created three chances, making a dynamic impact in the attacking half.
Punjab FC bid adieu to Asmir Suljic
Punjab FC confirmed that versatile midfielder Asmir Suljic has left the club following the conclusion of his one-year stint with the team.
Suljic was an integral part of the Shers’ lineup throughout the 2024–25 season, scoring four goals with a 23.53% goal conversion rate and providing four assists in his 23 appearances for PFC.
From the wing to our hearts — thank you, Asmir, for your time with the Shers 🦁
— Punjab FC (@RGPunjabFC) June 17, 2025
Wishing you success wherever the game takes you next ⚽✈️#PunjabDaJosh #TheShers pic.twitter.com/YGnupfc9HS
The Bosnian midfielder started 13 matches and came off the bench in 10, accumulating over 1,200 minutes of playing time. He created 28 chances and recorded an 81% passing accuracy.
Suljic’s ability to seamlessly adapt to various positions in the attacking third added a valuable dimension to the Shers’ setup. He also completed 23 successful dribbles.
Defensively, Suljic also brought much-needed stability to PFC, winning 67 duels and making 83 recoveries.
