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Born and brought up in Wayanad, Kerala, Alex Saji is a strong and technically gifted defender, who can play in multiple roles across the backline. Having started his career with the famous Red Star academy, Saji has grown in stature by the year. He was a crucial part of the Gokulam Kerala side that won back-to-back I-League titles. Saji also started every game for the Malabarians in the AFC Cup Group Stage campaign recently and was called up for the U23 National Team by Igor Stimac late last year. He is a smart and hard-working defender, with attitude and game intelligence right up there with the best in his position in the country. He will taste his first experience of the Indian Super League next season, as he is all set to sport the Yellow and Black for years to come. Saji signed for HFC on a long-term deal and will be keen to impress Manolo Marquez in the upcoming campaign…