#2 Renedy Singh
Renedy was surely the best midfielder of his generation, and probably of the last two to three decades in Indian Football. Since his retirement, he has diligently kick-started his coaching career and was the Assistant Manager id Indian Super League franchise Pune City FC, first under David Platt and then under Antonio Habas.
Perhaps more importantly, the Indian colts would have watched Renedy Singh play in his prime for the inspirational player he was. Undoubtedly, along with Sunil Chhetri and Baichung Bhutia, the Manipur midfielder is one of the most identifiable names in Indian football.
Also, he has the international pedigree, being part of the Nehru Cup and AFC Challenge Cup winning team. He will perhaps be the most identifiable candidate for the youngsters to look up to.