RoundGlass Punjab Football Club (RGPFC) completed the signing of three players including, John Johnson, Kurtis Guthrie, and Travis Major, to further bolster their squad for the upcoming season.
Johnson, a graduate of Middlesbrough FC Academy, has predominantly played as a centre-back but is also comfortable playing right back and in defensive midfield. The 32-year-old has previously played for Indian clubs Bengaluru FC and ATK Mohun Bagan and English clubs Northampton Town and Middlesbrough, among others.
“It is exciting to be a part of Indian football, especially an ambitious club like RoundGlass Punjab FC. I have played under Ashley (Westwood) earlier, so I understand his expectations and style of play,” said Johnson. He previously worked with RoundGlass Punjab FC Head Coach Ashley Westwood at Bengaluru FC and the two were teammates at Northampton Town.
Guthrie, a 28-year-old forward who has played his entire career in England, brings a big physical presence to the club’s line-up. The tall Jersey native has played in the highly competitive English Football League and English Football League for Accrington Stanley, Forrest Green Rovers, Colchester United, Stevenage, and Port Vale. “It is a privilege to be a part of a team that is headed by Ashley and has some of the most experienced players in the league. I can’t wait to wear the RoundGlass Punjab FC jersey and play in India. After having played in England all my life, I know this is going to be an exciting adventure in my career and I’m looking forward to it,” said Guthrie. Major, a 31-year-old centre-forward, has played in Australia’s A-League and the National Premier Leagues NSW for Central Coast Mariners and Blacktown City respectively. He has also played in the Hong Kong Premier League Club for TSW Pegasus and Southern. “I am excited to be a part of RoundGlass Punjab FC, one of the most exciting clubs in India. I can’t wait to play for Head Coach Ashley and be part of this dynamic team. I look forward to scoring goals to help the win as many matches as possible,” said Major.
