Indian premier league side East Bengal FC have announced the signing of Ugandan international defender Ivan Bukenya.

The club made the announcement In their official club portal.
“We are pleased to announce the signing of Ugandan
International defender Ivan Bukenya for our next I-League
season. Welcome!”

The Kampala born defender joins the current holders of the Calcutta Football League from South African giants Kaizer Chiefs.

The 25 year old has previously played for Iraq’s Arbil SC and Uganda’s Proline FC and Nalubaale Fc.
The Kolkata based side kick off their league on the 7th January 2017.

East Bengal FC was founded in 1920 and has won 3 league titles, 8 FA cups and 3 Indian Super Cups.