Experienced playmaker brings wealth of Indian football success to Men of Steel
Javi Hernandez, a decorated Spanish midfielder with extensive Indian football experience, joins Jamshedpur FC for the upcoming 2024-25 season.
JAMSHEDPUR – For the 2024-25 season, Jamshedpur FC has strengthened their midfield by signing Spanish attacking midfielder Francisco Javier Hernández González, who is more commonly known as Javi Hernandez.
The 35-year-old playmaker has accumulated a wealth of experience that the Men of Steel can leverage, having had fruitful tenures with numerous Indian clubs over the past five years.
Hernandez has an exceptional reputation in Indian football, having won the Indian Super League (ISL) championship with ATK Mohun Bagan in 2019-20 and the Durand Cup with Bengaluru FC in 2022.
Hernandez declared, "My affiliation with Jamshedpur FC represents an exhilarating new chapter in my professional life." "I’m eager to contribute to the team’s success and can’t wait to play for the passionate fans at the Furnace."
Hernandez has exhibited his creative abilities and goal-scoring prowess throughout his Indian football journey, scoring 21 goals and supplying 17 assists in the ISL.
Khalid Jamil, the head coach, conveyed his enthusiasm for the signing, stating, "Javier’s experience and familiarity with Indian football will be invaluable to our squad." He will serve as an exceptional example for our younger athletes.
Hernandez’s professional career commenced in Spain, during which he participated in the junior academy of Real Madrid. Before achieving success in India, he also played professionally in Romania, Poland, and Azerbaijan.
The club’s determination to contend at the highest level in the forthcoming ISL season is indicated by the inclusion of the Spanish midfielder on the roster of Jamshedpur FC.
As Hernandez prepares to participate in preseason training with his new teammates, fans can anticipate his wearing the number 10 jersey.
