Kerala Blasters in crisis: key players leave, ownership uncertain
SIGNAL08.09.2026 08:02 UTC
With the ISL season starting in a month, Kerala Blasters face financial turmoil and ownership uncertainty. Captain Adrian Luna remains, but goalkeeper Sachin Suresh, Franchu, and Kevin Yoke have left, leaving the squad depleted.
What it means
- Club faces financial crisis and possible ownership change; a consortium including a Malayali is reportedly trying to buy the club.
- Key players Sachin Suresh (GK), Franchu, and Kevin Yoke have departed; only a few like captain Adrian Luna remain.
- Coach Ashley Westwood may continue, but the squad needs urgent reinforcement before the season starts.
Model read
This is a major destabilization for Kerala Blasters ahead of the new ISL season, with a depleted squad and unresolved ownership issues likely to weaken their competitiveness significantly.
ImpactStrong
players out3
CompetitionIndian Super League
Sourcemanoramaonline.com
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