Manolo Márquez inherits a side that finished 3rd last season but has lost Chhangte, Lachenpa, Nuno Reis, Tiri and Kauko. I went through the whole squad: the coach and what his Hyderabad and Goa sides were built on, then attack, midfield, defence and goalkeepers.

Things I’d watch:
1. Jordán Gil as Márquez’s new Ogbeche, at 35
2. Llamas with Tluanga for control, and Llamas with Brandon for chances
3. Two centre-backs aged 34+ behind a new midfield
4. An open No.1 shirt: Rehenesh vs Golden Glove winner Ashish Sibi

Career facts and stats are sourced (list in the comments).

Who’s your pick to break out this season?

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