“I am really happy to sign for this club at this stage of my career,” said Manoj, after penning his contract. “I can’t wait to get on the pitch and I promise to give my best in every training session and in every game,” he added.
A left-back by trait, Manoj is a complete full-back who is effective at both ends of the field. He has gathered loads of experience in the I-League, having started his career with the East Bengal Academy as a kid.
He made 16 league appearances for the senior side before joining Mohammedan Sporting Club in 2020. He has since been a regular in the first team, and made 29 appearances for the club playing a crucial role in the second place finish in the 2021-22 I-League campaign.
He also registered a couple of assists in what was a consistently impressive campaign for the youngster. He was also part of the Mohammedan Sporting side that won the Calcutta Football League title after 40 years.
Manoj has now signed a three-year, long-term deal with Hyderabad FC till the end of the 2024-25 campaign and will be a part of the first team under Manolo Marquez for the upcoming campaign.