Barisic is a far better player than Dong - no doubt about that. This guy has the experience of playing in similar profile clubs in the recent past(as also his previous stint with EB) and this hold him in good stead. If not a "chomok", this certainly would be a sensible signing.
Wedson-Barisic combo would actually be good.
What is so funny about having a female fan club? The club obviously wants more ladies in the stadium and understanding that the target audience is mostly high school and college students, free tickets doesn't seem a bad idea.
Kolkata: It was a Golden handshake for Do Dong Hyun as he bid adieu to East Bengal club after a mid-way compromise and financial settlement. It put the curtains after days of drama between the Korean footballer and the club officials. Dong had a contract for 3 years with East Bengal, which got reduced to one year till May next year. But a string of poor performances in recent times forced the club to terminate his contract mid-way into the season.
According to club officials, Coach Trevor James also didn’t want Dong to be registered for forthcoming I League.
An emotional Dong when asked about his disappointment of not getting an opportunity to play in the I League said, “As you know the life of a footballer is like this, if you are not required by your club you have to leave, so am leaving”.
Regarding his future plans Dong said, “I have not decided anything as yet, now i will return to Korea my home first. I have not decided yet whether i will play in I-League or Korean League”.
He also acknowledged that several Indian clubs like DSK Shivajians, FC Bardez are in talks with him but nothing has been finalized as yet.
When asked about the main reason for his early exit, Dong said, “The coach don’t want me in the team but I don’t know the reason why? If you are not wanted in the team, then it can’t be helped and you have to leave.”
Someone from the media asked whether he will make a comeback if the club officials recall him, the 22 year old midfielder said, “I am a professional footballer. If I get an offer I will definitely think about it” Both Dong and EB officials have been negotiating with each other to amicably settle the issue. According to club sources, Dong demanded Rs 1 crore to leave the club. But it was later agreed upon that the club will pay him Rs 30 lakhs as a final settlement. Neither Dong nor East Bengal, both didn’t want to disclose the exact terms and conditions.
Dong, who celebrates his 23rd birthday on November 19 stated his memorable match for the club was the first Kolkata League derby in which he scored two goals from free-kick.
“Scoring 2 goals against Mohun Bagaan will always be special for me as it was my first derby,” said Dong.
According to top club official Debabrata ,”The coach didn’t like him and we have to follow the instruction of the coach, we have amicably settled the matter and there is no further dispute”.
Meanwhile, the club is in talks with Barisic. The Australian who had earlier plied his trade with the Red and Gold jersey in 2013-14 season did not have an impressive stint. East Bengal coach Trevor James Morgan is in talks with Barisic along with a few others.
Dong can't play in India till next season. It's a part of his release deal, made a cool 35 lakhs as separation money though.
Fuck Dong, what the squad needs is a replacement for Ranti Martins as a number 9 (ironically Martins wore 10). Also reinforcement in CB positions as I don't think Gurwinder is good enough for top flight football anymore.
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East Bengal release Dong, in talks with Barisic
Kolkata: It was a Golden handshake for Do Dong Hyun as he bid adieu to East Bengal club after a mid-way compromise and financial settlement. It put the curtains after days of drama between the Korean footballer and the club officials. Dong had a contract for 3 years with East Bengal, which got reduced to one year till May next year. But a string of poor performances in recent times forced the club to terminate his contract mid-way into the season.
According to club officials, Coach Trevor James also didn’t want Dong to be registered for forthcoming I League.
An emotional Dong when asked about his disappointment of not getting an opportunity to play in the I League said, “As you know the life of a footballer is like this, if you are not required by your club you have to leave, so am leaving”.
Regarding his future plans Dong said, “I have not decided anything as yet, now i will return to Korea my home first. I have not decided yet whether i will play in I-League or Korean League”.
He also acknowledged that several Indian clubs like DSK Shivajians, FC Bardez are in talks with him but nothing has been finalized as yet.
When asked about the main reason for his early exit, Dong said, “The coach don’t want me in the team but I don’t know the reason why? If you are not wanted in the team, then it can’t be helped and you have to leave.”
Someone from the media asked whether he will make a comeback if the club officials recall him, the 22 year old midfielder said, “I am a professional footballer. If I get an offer I will definitely think about it” Both Dong and EB officials have been negotiating with each other to amicably settle the issue. According to club sources, Dong demanded Rs 1 crore to leave the club. But it was later agreed upon that the club will pay him Rs 30 lakhs as a final settlement. Neither Dong nor East Bengal, both didn’t want to disclose the exact terms and conditions.
Dong, who celebrates his 23rd birthday on November 19 stated his memorable match for the club was the first Kolkata League derby in which he scored two goals from free-kick.
“Scoring 2 goals against Mohun Bagaan will always be special for me as it was my first derby,” said Dong.
According to top club official Debabrata ,”The coach didn’t like him and we have to follow the instruction of the coach, we have amicably settled the matter and there is no further dispute”.
Meanwhile, the club is in talks with Barisic. The Australian who had earlier plied his trade with the Red and Gold jersey in 2013-14 season did not have an impressive stint. East Bengal coach Trevor James Morgan is in talks with Barisic along with a few others.
Fuck Dong, what the squad needs is a replacement for Ranti Martins as a number 9 (ironically Martins wore 10). Also reinforcement in CB positions as I don't think Gurwinder is good enough for top flight football anymore.
East Bengal in talks with Australian striker Mirjan Pavlovic...has played in the A-league and the Australian U-23 team...played for Pune FC in 2014 and scored a goal against East Bengal