Chennaiyin FC has successfully roped in their sixth foreign addition to the squad, Brazilian defender Eduardo Kau, along with Spanish forward Inigo Martin. The Marina Machans are leaving no room for mistakes while reshaping the squad before the Indian Super League 2025-26 season.
Kau brings a 6’3” prowess with great physical presence, aerial strength for the squad. The defender has the potential to become the wall for the team and the capability to attack from the back. Needless to say, this is a desired addition for the coach Clifford Miranda.
Kau has prior experience in Asian football. He has played in Indonesia with Persikabo 1973 and in Thailand with Ayutthaya United. These spells should help him adapt quickly in India, as the travel demands, climate, and physical intensity are similar.
Before moving to Asia, Kau developed his game in Brazil with Avaí. He later gained European experience in Portugal with B-SAD (Belenenses). He has also played in Portugal’s Primeira Liga, which exposed him to top-level tactical systems.
That background, combined with his mobility and left-footed distribution, makes him a top-tier signing. He is expected to add structure and stability rather than provide headline appeal.
Chennaiyin have already confirmed the signing of Spanish attacker Iñigo Martín. The 26-year-old will experience Indian football for the first time. Primarily a centre-forward, he is also comfortable playing across the frontline. This gives the team added flexibility in both shape and in-game adjustments.
Martín arrives after spells in Spain, Andorra, and Georgia. Those experiences have exposed him to different footballing environments. He offers movement and tactical versatility in the final third. He joins Alberto Noguera, Mohammed Ali Bemammer, and Imran Khan as Chennaiyin’s latest additions.
Martin expressed his gratitude after signing, “It’s a big opportunity for me and a new challenge in my career. I am really proud to be part of this family, and I can’t wait to get started. I have a very good feeling about the Head Coach and the team. I believe he can help me improve as a player. I’m ready to learn, work hard, and adapt quickly. Playing in India is a new experience for me, and I’m approaching it with a lot of respect and motivation. I want to make the fans happy.”
Born in Bilbao, Martín started his football career at Arenas. He rose through the youth setup and later competed in Spain’s lower leagues. After that, he moved overseas to further his development.
He made a strong impact with FC Santa Coloma in Andorra. He later gained experience in Georgia with FC Samtredia and FC Telavi. These spells allowed him to adapt to different tactical demands and competitive settings.
These two signings reflect Chennaiyin FC’s ongoing rebuild. The emphasis is on balance and adaptability. Recruitment is being shaped by the coach’s tactical ideas rather than headline appeal.
