Jamshedpur FC is delighted to announce the signing of Indian midfielder/defender Sanjay Balmuchu on a three-year deal. Born in Jharkhand, Sanjay is a local talent with a pedigree of representing some top clubs both in the Hero I-League and the Hero Indian Super League.

An ex-Tata Football Academy cadet, Sanjay started his professional career with Churchill Brothers in the Hero I-League before moving to Mohammedan Sporting and later Mohun Bagan. He also featured for FC Goa in the 2016 season before moving to a title winning season with Chennayin FC in 2017-18.

Sanjay can play both as a center-back and as a defensive midfielder giving enough cover for the squad.

On signing with Jamshedpur FC, Sanjay added, “Jamshedpur FC is like a boon to the state of Jharkhand and the city of Jamshedpur. Being a local I am extremely happy that I would be dawning the Jamshedpur FC t-shirt and will look to contribute towards the team’s success for the upcoming season.”

Jamshedpur FC, CEO, Mukul Choudhari added, “He can adapt to many roles in the defensive setup which gives the squad flexibility to rotate during a long season. We are extremely happy to have him back in Jamshedpur and we wish him all the success.”