Kaka to play for Sourav Ganguly’s Atlético de Kolkata in this year’s ISL?

Kaka to play for Sourav Ganguly’s Atlético de Kolkata in this year’s ISL?

By CricketCountry Staff Updated: Apr 04, 2015, 1:04 PM IST
The inaugural Indian Super League (ISL) in 2014 was a blockbuster hit that saw Atletico de Kolkata lift their maiden trophy. The successful ISL campaign created a lot of zest not only in India but also attracted players from Europe and rest of the world.   After a stunning debut season, Atletico de Kolkata's co-owner Sourav Ganguly put light on speculations about Brazilian football ace Ricardo Kaka's drafting in the squad for the second edition of the ISL. Ganguly said that the talks are still in process but nothing has been finalised yet.   Kaka, who is currently enjoying life at American Club Orlando City in Major Super League (MLS), will leave for a free transfer as his contract expires this year. The 32 year-old made his debut with new MLS franchise Orlando in March and has so far scored two goals in four appearances. His return in first team football and form has apparently drawn interest from India.   "About Kaka... talks are going on, but nothing have been finalised yet. When it iss finalised we will surely disclose the news," Ganguly was quoted by IANS at the felicitation ceremony of Jagmohan Dalmiya organised by the Cricket Association of Bengal.   The Kolkata based franchise lifted the trophy under Spanish Coach Antonio Habas and the former Indian skipper said that the Spanish coach will remain at the charge for the upcoming second edition in 2015.   "Habas has been brilliant as a coach. He will remain the coach for sure. He helped Atletico become champions," the co-owner added.   Few weeks back, it was also believed that the defending champions were trying to bring the former Manchester United striker Diego Forlan but it looks like the talks have been stalled.