Internet Desk: Mumbai based ISL franchise Mumbai City FC has retained their star central defender Lucian Goian to strengthen the defensive line of their side for the next two seasons of the Indian Super League.
Goian played brilliantly in the last season for his side and according to the football experts he was among the top three defenders who had shown a lot of intent in the field.
He will join the likes of Amrinder Singh and Sehnaj Singh, who were retained too for the forthcoming season by Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor’s side.
Except these retained players, Mumbai has also picked some talented Indian footballers through draft last Sunday.
The 34-year-old represented the Romania U21 national team and has spent the majority of his career playing in the top division of the Romanian League. He emerged a two-time Romanian Cup winner.
He has represented top clubs such as Dinamo Bucuresti in the UEFA Champions League.
Goian has played under coach Alexandre Guimaraes in the Chinese Super League side Tianjin Teda. He joined the A-League side Perth Glory FC after the conclusion of ISL 2016.
Mumbai City FC’s head coach Alexandre Guimaraes said, “I didn’t have to think twice about asking Goian to return. He was a leader on and off the field, and was an integral part of our campaign last season.”
Goian said, “It’s great to be back in Mumbai. I have a great working relationship with coach Alex, and my experience in the ISL was top notch.