India, July 29 -- The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has welcomed the proposal of eight Indian Super League (ISL) clubs seeking a meeting with its leadership over the future of India's top league.

"Clubs are important stakeholders and have contributed hugely in improving infrastructure and even players' salaries," AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey told HT on Tuesday. "AIFF welcomes their proposal for a meeting. We will be writing soon to them about this."

Chaubey's response came after ISL clubs wrote to him saying "now, more than ever, constructive dialogue between the AIFF and the participating clubs is critical" given the uncertainty over ISL's future. Reigning ISL double winners Mohun Bagan Super Giant, East Bengal, Mohammedan Spor...