LA LIGA IS expanding its presence in Indian football's youth development circuit.
The Spanish league is looking to set up a football academy in West Bengal, according to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
La Liga clubs have partnered with many clubs in India before, but a flagship academy from the league itself will be a new step.
The announcement was made after a session with La Liga attended by the CM, Sourav Ganguly and representatives of the three major football clubs in the state namely East Bengal, Mohun Bagan & Mohammedan Sporting.