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Defender Pratik Chaudhari, who was a pivotal member of Mumbai FC’s squad last season, has signed a contract for the 2016/17 I-League season to return after a stint with Kerala Blasters in ISL-3.
More joy for Mumbaikars as they will see Pratik Chaudhari don the yellow jersey again this I-League campaign. The defender came into focus with strong performances at the back with Mumbai FC in the I-League last season and was also part of the Kerala Blasters squad in the 2016 Indian Super League, where he helped them reach the final of the tournament.
The 27 year-old made 13 I-League appearances for the Mumbaikars in the 2015-16 I-League and was part of the Mohun Bagan squad that won the I-League in 2014-15.
Pratik was ecstatic to be back after signing the contract as he said, “It feels good to be back. Mumbai is my home. I was born and brought up here, and it feels great to be playing for my city.”
The defender underlined the ambitions he has for Mumbai FC this season, “We finished fifth last season and we want to go a step further and fight for the top spot. We have a new coach to guide us. I am really looking forward to the upcoming season.”
Expect some crunching tackles and smart defending as Pratik forms part of a tough Mumbai FC backline. With the I-League only two weeks away, Pratik Chaudhari has joined training with the current squad after finishing his ISL assignment with the Blasters.
