Center back Justine Stephen (26) has joined Mumbai FC for the upcoming season. He recently plied his trade at Mohammedan Sporting Club and was also a part of the Mumbai FC squad in 2012-13.

An ecstatic Justine said, “I am happy to be back here. The last time I played for Mumbai was really fun. I managed to gel with the squad well. At Mohammedan I lacked game time because of personal issues back home. I am looking forward to the starting afresh at Mumbai FC. To be honest, it feels like I never left.”

Justine was a crucial member of the Mumbai FC squad in 2012-13 and Mumbai FC head coach Khalid Jamil was happy to have him back. “I have closely followed Justine’s career. He has the pedigree to perform consistently. He played a crucial role for all the clubs he has represented. He is an important addition for us.”

Justine is eager to join his teammates for pre-season training and is looking forward to the start of the Federation Cup in December 2014.