The Indian Super League (ISL) 2024/25 season will be much more exciting and scintillating with one more team added for the forthcoming season. The last season saw some amazing fights till the end of the season for just one 6th position for the qualification to the playoffs of the knockout stage. Mohammedan Sporting Club is the latest addition to the club roster as the I-league champions were promoted.
However, there is a concern over the playing of former ISL Champions Hyderabad FC. The club has been facing transfer bans and many other bans for the non-payment of the footballers after their investors failed to run the club. The South Zone club has been in search of new investors but their participation is in question for the upcoming season. In addition to doing away with the Asian quota, the ISL has raised the salary cap from Rs 16.5 crore to Rs 18 crore.
Two domestic or international players from each team remain outside the salary restriction. There have been some top signings for the club for the season and they will try to showcase their talent in India and make a name for themselves and become fan favourites. We will take a look at the players to watch out for in the Indian Super League 2024/25 season.
Here are the top 5 players to watch out for in the Indian Super League 2024/25 season
5. Alberto Rodriguez
Alberto Rodriguez will be featuring for Mohun Bagan SuperGiants in the forthcoming season. The Spanish center back brings in a lot of experience coming to India. The Green and Maroon fans have a lot of expectations from him to solidify their back line and his experience of playing in the Secunda Division will help the young talents of the academy as well.
4. Edgar Mendez
Edgar Mendez achieved La Liga figures of 153 games and 16 goals over six seasons, with Almería, Granada, and Alavés. He has a lot of experience under his belt. The winger will look to shine for the former ISL champions Bengaluru FC and showcase his talent. Despite being 34 he surely will start the games for the side and will be a crucial member for the upcoming season.
3. Hugo Boumous
Hugo Boumous is one of the most established footballers in the ISL. The French attacking midfielder known for his dribbling and ball-delivering ability is back to his former coach Sergio Lobera. Boumous will be looking to regain his lost form from last season. As he failed to perform for MBSG some other issues also struck him. The creative footballer will be looking to give Odisha FC supporters something to cheer this season.
2. Jon Toral
Jon Toral is another footballer to watch out for in the upcoming season. The creative midfielder is a La Masia product and has a lot of experience in the big leagues of the world. He has been in the English circuit for quite a long time and brings in all the knowledge to India. He will be a crucial player for the defending ISL champions Mumbai City FC to retain their title.
1. Jamie Maclaren
Jamie Maclaren is the most expensive player till date to ever play in the ISL. The Australian striker is the all time leading goal scorer in the A-League. He comes with his prolific goalscoring ability and will prove his worth in India playing for the historic MBSG club in the upcoming season. He would love to be the fans= favourite till the span he will be there.
