Mohali, December 1: Punjab FC has signed the rising Indian attacker Muhammad Suhail on a four-year contract extension, securing one of the country’s most exciting young footballers through 2029. The extension marks a major statement of intent from the club as it continues to invest in elite youth development and build a strong, long-term core for the future.
Suhail’s journey with Punjab FC began at age 13, when he joined the academy after impressing in trials. Since then, he has progressed rapidly, winning the Golden Ball in the Reliance Foundation Development League, helping the club lift the national title, earning his senior team promotion, and becoming a key figure in India’s U23 squad with standout goals against Bahrain and Qatar.
His 2024–25 ISL campaign included a major milestone as he became the third-youngest player in league history to register an assist.
Sharing his excitement on signing the extension, Muhammad Suhail said, “Punjab FC has been home from the moment I arrived as a kid. The coaches, staff, and players here have pushed me every day to become better. Extending my contract is a proud moment, and I’m determined to work harder, take on more responsibility, and give everything for the badge and our fans.”
Punjab FC Technical Director Nikolaos Topoliatis praised Suhail’s growth and potential, “Suhail is an exceptional young talent with the mentality, ambition, and work ethic we value at Punjab FC. He has shown remarkable progress at a very young age, both in the ISL and on the international stage. This long-term extension reflects our complete confidence in his development, and we believe he is on the path to becoming one of India’s top forwards.”
The extension arrives during a landmark period for Punjab FC’s youth ecosystem, recently honoured with the ISL ‘Best Elite Youth Program’ award, a recognition of the club’s strong development framework and the success stories emerging from it.
With Suhail committing his future to the club, Punjab FC strengthens its foundation for the seasons ahead, anchored by a dynamic young attacker whose rise continues to energize fans and elevate Indian football’s next generation.
