Md Sporting coach's return uncertain due to lack of clarity

The future of head coach Andrey Chernyshov at Mohammedan Sporting in Kolkata remains uncertain, as the club's investor had previously indicated he would return after the away match against Hyderabad FC on February 8. However, with no confirmation of his return, assistant coach Mehrajuddin Wadoo may continue to lead the team for the remainder of the season. The Indian Super League (ISL) debutants are keeping all options open as they navigate this situation.

The club, an official connected with the football team said, has not been able to contact Chernyshov on Wednesday. Another said it is possible Wadoo, added to the staff in December, would stay in charge for the remaining five matches of ISL11. The officials requested anonymity as they are not authorised to speak to the media.

With two wins and 11 defeats, Mohammedan Sporting are at the bottom of the 13-team standings with 11 points from 19 rounds. They have lost their last three matches and play East Bengal on Sunday.

Chernyshov had resigned on January 29 citing unpaid wages. “A professional, I cannot work for 3 months without receiving a salary,” the former USSR and Russia defender had written on his social media accounts. “I made this decision with tears in my eyes. But all the blame for this lies with the club’s management.”

Later that day, Dipak Singh, director BunkerHill Sports, Mohammedan Sporting’s investor since 2020, said Chernyshov had changed his mind. He is going home and would be return after matches against Mohun Bagan Super Giant (February 1) and Hyderabad FC, he said. Singh did not respond to calls or respond to messages seeking a comment.

Under Chernyshov, Mohammedan Sporting had qualified for ISL11 by winning the 2023-24 I-League.

The officials said a portion of the players’ salaries have been cleared. They estimated that around two months’ salaries remain pending. Money to the club had been frozen after investors said shares had not been transferred. On January 29, Singh had said only the formalities to transfer shares remained to be completed.

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