Around 18th June, when the Apuia signing was completed, MBFT tweeted about a highly rated ex ISL player, who was in contract with Mohun Bagan.
Stewart joined ISL under Owen Coyle and took the league by storm, when he guided Jamshedpur FC to their maiden ISL title.
A highly rated foreigner with past ISL experience is in talks with Bagan. Deal not done yet but will be a significant addition to the squad.
— Mohun Bagan Fan (@MohunBagan_Fan) June 18, 2024
Won't take a name to jeopardize the deal, mp the name will be announced officially from the club.
But, it's not done YET#JoyMohunBagan
Now, as Bartaman Patrika already reported, MBFT can confirm, the ISL Defending Champions are indeed negotiating with Greg Stewart and are on advanced talks with the Scottish playmaker.
Stewart joined ISL under Owen Coyle and took the league by storm, when he guided Jamshedpur FC to their maiden ISL title.
After winning ISL, Mumbai City FC came in for him and signed him , where he excelled under Des Buckingham and became one of the top 3 players to play in ISL that time.
Last season, after some incidents, Stewart decided to leave Mumbai City and since January, 2024, Mohun Bagan started showing their interest in the player.
Stewart decided to move to Scotland but Mohun Bagan kept constant touch with him as they believe Mohun Bagan will only be beneficial if they get a player of Greg's calibre.
Now, as the situation stands, Mohun Bagan are in advanced talks and player is negotiating terms with the Indian giants. If everything is sorted, they played will agree to a 2 (1+1) year deal with the club. The deal will be subject to Medicals.
Primarily a Number 10, Stewart adds gets versatility to any team as he can operate as a Winger and if needed as a Number 8 too.
Mohun Bagan are looking to offload Sadiku as he has interest from Punjab FC, Kerala Blasters and some clubs from Spain.