ISL: Hyderabad FC have signed Bengaluru FC defender Clarence Fernandes

Hyderabad FC have completed the signing of another exciting young talent, defender Clarence Fernandes.

The 20-year-old defender from Goa joins The Nawabs on a long-term deal after spending the last few seasons with Bengaluru FC.

For the remainder of the 2024-25 season, Clarence will join I-League side Sporting Club Bengaluru on loan to further his development.

Clarence, who began his career with the Churchill Brothers U16s, is regarded as one of the most promising young talents in the domestic circuit.

He also featured for the Dempo SC U16s before joining the Bengaluru FC academy in 2022.

The young defender made his senior team debut in the 2024 Durand Cup, adding to his appearances in the Reliance Foundation Development League and I-League 2.

At just 20 years of age, Clarence is an exciting prospect and will look to make his mark in the Indian Super League when he joins Hyderabad FC’s squad of talented youngsters at the start of next season.

HFC Media

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😍 Welcoming our latest addition to the Yellow and Black family – 20-year-old exciting defender Clarence Fernandes 💐

The youngster who joins Hyderabad FC on a long term deal will spend the rest of the season on loan with SC Bengaluru.

All the best for your time in the… pic.twitter.com/1HoUJwWOgw

— Hyderabad FC (@HydFCOfficial) January 24, 2025

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Bengaluru FC can confirm that defender Clarence Fernandes’ contract with the club has been terminated by mutual consent.

We wish Clarence the best for the future. #WeAreBFC 🔵 pic.twitter.com/sAhvb5E6HO

— Bengaluru FC (@bengalurufc) January 24, 2025

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