Venkatesh, who who had a consistent showing with the green-and-maroon brigade this season, is also expecting an impressive offer for the upcoming coming season. And if Mohun Bagan Club officials can retain the midfielder with a commendable deal, Venkatesh will glady continue with the same team for another season.

Speaking to The Indian Express yesterday, the experienced player said: “Age should not be a factor. The quality of offer depends only on the player’s current performance. And considering that point, I am satisfied with the quality of the performance that I produced in the Kolkata Premier League (KPL), Federation Cup and the I-League so far.”

Discussing the Mohun Bagan team’s failure in clinching the I-League title this season despite getting relatively close, Venkatesh blamed it on the hectic scheduling. “KPL is a gruelling tournament. And after you are exhausted in the KPL, you can’t get enough time off before participating in the Federation Cup and then in the back-breaking I-League. Naturally, the players do not get time to recover from tiredness and injuries. Clubs from outside Kolkata do not have to play to such a tough schedule. If you notice, most outstation players generally don’t carry too many injuries,” Venkatesh explained.