Coach David Robertson and his son Mason have said they are “committed” to Real Kashmir Football Club for next season, putting to rest speculations around moving base.
The former Aberdeen and Rangers ace has been in charge ofthe first I-League outfit form the valley since 2017 while Mason plays for theteam as a defender.
Under his guidance, the club won promotion to the top flightin 2018 and he then guiding Real Kashmir to a creditable third-place finish intheir debut season.
Robertson was last week linked to Mohun Bagan, one ofIndia’s biggest clubs.
However, he has committed his future to Real Kashmir alongwith son Mason.
“For me, I’d just like to thank the supporters for all theirsupport and encouragement throughout the season. We are committed to RealKashmir for next season. I thank the owners for their fantastic support,”Robertson senior said in a video posted the club on twitter.
“Without you the season wouldn’t have been as successful asit was,” the 50-year-old added.
“Also, a big thanks tothe ownership group. A fantastic group that have given me so much support.Theplayers, staff, just a great team effort.” Robertson’s son, Mason, is alsostaying on at Real Kashmir for the new season.
“I would like to say thatI’ve committed to Real Kashmir for next season. I can’t wait to get the seasonstarted in front of the best I-League fans and accomplish more than we did lastseason,” Mason said.
The club also wrote on its twitter handle: “BIGANNOUNCEMENT.RKFC is delighted to announce that father son duo of David andMason Robertson have extended their contracts with Real Kashmir FC. Let theseason begin.” PTI