Kerala Blasters head coach Eelco Schattorie feels midfielder Sahal Abdul Samad needs to be given time and coaching to grow as a footballer.
The talented Kerala-born midfielder has quickly grown to become a fan favourite at the club and his displays in Indian Super League (ISL) and for the India national team have earned him rave reviews from all over the country.
However, the Dutch tactician believes Sahal is a rough diamond, one that needs to be polished through coaching.
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"We have been working with Sahal for a few weeks, he has tremendous talent.