Indian Super League franchise NorthEast United FC have announced the promotion of teenage goalkeeper Nikhil Deka to the first team ahead of the 2020/21 season.
18 year old Assam-born Nikhil Deka is a youth product of NorthEast United FC, who in-between spend time with Fateh Hyderabad FC and Stadium FC before returning to the Highlanders.
Back at NorthEast United FC now Nikhil Deka makes his first steps at senior level.
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