However, the Kerala-based outfit went on to have a hugely successful campaign as they became the first team from the state to win a national league title by claiming the I-League.
With expectations high and the club set to participate in the AFC Cup in the upcoming season, the club is expected to refresh the squad and start the planning process well in advance.
However, the second wave of Covid-19 has brought its own problems like the signing of players — primarily the foreign players, preparing for pre-season and on-field activities.
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