Chennaiyin FC sign Slovenian midfielder Rene Mihelic

Rene Mihelic has represented Slovenia at both senior and various age group levels from U-18 to U-21. He has won the domestic league in Slovenia and Hungary and has played in the UEFA Champions League and Europa League for Maribor, Nacional and Debrecen.

“Rene is a player with a fantastic CV. He is not only a winner but has great technique and at 29 could have his best saved for Chennaiyin FC in the ISL. I have been following him closely since he moved to Israel a few years back and always had him on top of our shortlist of foreigners when I got to know he is available. We look forward to a great season from him,” Chennaiyin FC head coach John Gregory stated.

Mihelic said, “I am excited and happy to have joined Chennaiyin FC. I have played in many different countries in my career and from what I have heard from John and the club Chennaiyin FC, football is growing in India so I can’t wait to be a part of their progress. I thank Chennaiyin and John for believing in me and I hope to bring them and the fans lot of success.