Career
Prior to now he played for Indian Football clubs Viva Kerala Football Club a first time and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation. He is known for his crossing ability, and his work ethic leadership. Early career
Saleel started his career at Tata Football Academy which is India"s best footballing academy. He did not manage to graduate Tata but still went on to sign for Viva Kerala Football Club in 2007.
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
While Saleel was at Oil and Natural Gas Corporation F.C. whom he signed for in 2008 he made a name for himself as well as establishing himself as one of the best young defenders in India.
Although he only managed four games at Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Football Club it was Saleel"s performance in the reserves that caught the eye of people. Chirag United Kerala
On July 21, 2011 Saleel reportedly signed with Kerala club Chirag United Club Kerala for the second time in his career.
He scored his first goal for the club on 24 November 2011 against Pailan Arrows on the I-League. After a great season for Saleel with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Football Club in the I-League he was selected for the Indian U-23 football team which was to play two 2012 Olympic qualifiers against Qatar.
He however did not feature in either match.
Games, Goals, and Assists are correct as of 5 May 2012.