Indian Super League (ISL) franchise FC Goa have confirmed the signing of defender Sergio Juste Marin, the club said in a statement on Monday.

The ex-Barcelona B captain becomes the fifth foreigner to join the Goan club following the arrival of Bruno Pinheiro, Ferran Corominas, Manuel Arana and Ahmed Jahouh. Watch: Virat Kohli Reacts As Umesh Yadav Takes An Important Single

The defender who can play in multiple positions across the backline is a product of La Masia and has had spells with Gimanstic Tarragona and CE L’Hospitalet.

The 25-year-old has also worn the armband for the Barcelona B side during a spell of four years at the club. Suresh Raina In Line To Make ODI Comeback

Speaking at the prospect of joining the club, Marin said: “I look forward to playing for FC Goa. This is a new challenge for me and I will be playing outside of Spain for the first time.

“I thank the club for their faith in my abilities and hope that I can repay that faith with my performances for the team. There are already a few other players from Spain and with that in mind, I think I will be able to slot in the team’s style of play very easily. MS Dhoni Is Not An Automatic Choice: MSK Prasad