The protest stems from mounting frustration over unpaid salaries, a situation that has intensified following the departure of the club's investor, Emami. While the players have previously continued to fulfill their match commitments despite delays in payment, the decision to skip training marks a notable escalation in the ongoing financial uncertainty surrounding the club.
Financial Instability Clouds ISL Campaign
The timing of the boycott is particularly concerning for head coach
Club officials have reportedly acknowledged the severity of the situation and are working to resolve the payment issues immediately. There are indications that a portion of the outstanding dues could be settled by Thursday. Despite the current impasse, the club management remains hopeful that a new investor will be secured within the next 48 hours to stabilize the financial situation.
The disruption comes at a time when the team had been showing resilience on the pitch, having recently secured a Durand Cup victory and delivered a competitive performance against Al Shorta in the AFC Champions League Two. As the defending ISL champions, the club is under pressure to resolve the internal crisis quickly to ensure the squad is focused on their opening fixture.
