ISL 2018-19: 5 Debutants who can make an impact

#3 Jithin MS (Kerala Blasters)

The 19-year old winger from Kerala was the joint-top scorer at the Santosh Trophy and was the hero for the champion side

The headlines of Santosh Trophy 2018 had the name Jithin MS all over it. The 19-year old winger from Kerala was the joint-top scorer at the tournament and was the hero for the champion side.

Jithin, who attracted attention after this, was offered a contract by Kerala Blasters and shifted houses from FC Kerala to the yellow army.

When the transfer happened, he became the first Kerala player to be signed for a club receiving a transfer fee. Blasters have high expectations of the young lad and is expected to be given a few opportunities.

Jithin was seen flying past the defenders in the various Santosh Trophy matches and was highly praised for his pace with the ball-at-feet.

The question of how the youngster rises to the top-class league can be answered, only after the game gets onto the pitch.