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Brazil’s Jonatan Lucca returns to FC Pune City for ISL-4!

Indian Super League franchise FC Pune City bolstered their midfield by re-signing Jonatan Lucca for their ISL – Season 4 campaign. The 23-year-old represented FC Pune City in the 2016 edition appearing in all 14 matches for them.

Speaking on the bringing back the Brazilian midfielder, FC Pune City CEO Gaurav Modwel said, “Lucca is a proven performer and a fan favourite too. He played close to 90 minutes in each of the games last season. Young and dynamic, Jonathan feels at home in Pune and believes he can best express himself as a player at FC Pune City.”

The Brazilian youngster began his career with local Brazilian club Internacional when he caught the eye of AS Roma. In his three-year stint with the Giallorossi, the midfielder scored nine goals in 32 appearances. Thereafter Jonatan Lucca played for FC Goa in the 2015 ISL edition and scored three goals in 16 appearances for them.

Expressing his excitement, Lucca said he is looking forward to his second stint with FC Pune City. “At FC Pune City, without a doubt, I got one of my best playing experiences. The team this season has gathered some quality signings and I am sure donning the Orange & Purple will only add further value to my career. Orange Army, here I come.

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