“In line with head coach Alejandro Menendez’s special eye for young talent and in line with the long term vision of East Bengal, Tondomba joins QEBFC on a permanent transfer for a period of 4 years,” the club announced Thursday.
“The hardworking midfielder had a strong season with NEROCA FC. Tondomba looks forward to further develop himself in East Bengal and help the club win more silverware and accolades,” it added.
The 21-year-old hails from Tentha, a small village in Thoubal district of Manipur. After playing football locally, Naorem joined the Academy of Shillong Lajong FC. After that, he returned to his home state and represented NEROCA U-18s. He left for Manipur State League side KLASA before returning to the senior team of NEROCA.
In a process of rebuilding their team ahead of the 2019/20 season, East Bengal have already renewed contracts with midfielders Lalrindika Ralte and Brandon Vanlalremdika besides Spanish defender Borja Gomez.