Punjab FC sign defender Bijoy

Punjab FC has announced the signing of defender Bijoy Varghese for the upcoming season from I-League team Inter Kashi.

The 25-year-old centre back has signed a contract until 2028 with the Mohali-based outfit.

Varghese joined Kerala Blasters in the 2021-22 season and was part of the side that finished runner-up that year. He then joined Inter Kashi on loan in the 2023-24 season and made 10 appearances in the I-League before the move was made permanent for the next season. Bijoy played 12 times for Inter Kashi in the 2024-25 season.

“I’m really excited to join Punjab FC and looking forward to this new chapter in my career. There’s strong competition for defensive spots here in the club, which is great for my growth and will push me to give my best every day. I’m confident that I can contribute to the team’s objectives with my experience and commitment, and I can’t wait to get started with the squad,” said Bijoy Varghese.

Born in Pulluvila, a coastal village in Kerala’s capital Thiruvananthapuram, Bijoy started took up the sport following the influence of his three elder brothers, who were football players. “His signing is in line with our philosophy of building a strong pool of young Indian players and maintaining good squad depth,” said Nikolaos Topoliatis, Technical Director, Punjab FC.