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Indian Super League franchise FC Pune City have added more firepower to their attack by signing experienced Spanish striker Jesus Tato for the third edition of the ISL.
The 33-year-old Jesús Rodríguez Tato started his youth career with Real Murcia before joining the youth ranks of FC Barcelona. He was drafted as a Barcelona B player for two years, making 38 appearances and scoring 11 goals for the Blaugrana. He then moved on from the Catalan side to join a host of Spanish clubs in the Segunda division including his home town club Real Murcia, Lleida, Ceuta, FC Cartagena, Albacete, CD Xerez, UD Las Palmas, FC Girona, Real Zaragoza. As a talented youngster at FC Barcelona, he also managed to get call-ups for the Spain U-16 and U-20 sides.
On the latest signing FC Pune City CEO Gaurav Modwel said, “Tato adds versatility to our frontline. He can play forward as well as on wings as per the team’s requirements. His experience of playing in the Spanish leagues means his skill sets are up there and he will be an asset for FC Pune City.”
Head coach Jose Antonio Habas speaking about his latest signing said, “Tato is a player with a solid work ethic and is also a thorough team player to say the least. His attacking mindset makes him a dangerous player in any position that he plays. I welcome him to his new home and hope he makes the difference he is expected to make to the side.”
Tato himself said about joining FC Pune City, “I am turning a new page in my career. Having played in Spain for most of my career, adapting to new culture, new style and different players will be a challenge I will relish and hope it will make me a better player.”
Co-owner Hrithik Roshan was delighted with the new signing and said, “Tato is an accomplished player who will bring solidity to the team’s attacking options. I welcome him to the FC Pune City family.”
