ATK rope in English midfielder Conor Thomas

Kolkata Aug 23 (IANS) Two-time Indian Super League (ISL) champions ATK on Wednesday roped in English midfielder Conor Thomas ahead of the fourth season a statement from the city-based football franchise said.

Thomas joins ATK from Football League Two side Swindon Town. Formerly a Coventry City man he has been a part of the English Premier League club Liverpool on loan as well.

The midfielder featured over 30 times for Town in the 2016-17 season.

"A strong midfielder Thomas will add support to the team. We at ATK welcome Thomas to don the ATK colours. We wish him all the success and I hope we will get to see fine quality football " ATK principal owner Sanjiv Goenka said.

"Being a part of ATK will be a great experience for me. I am looking forward to a great experience under the able guidance of coach Teddy Sheringham and Technical Director Ashley Westwood " Thomas added.

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