Jamshedpur FC have signed midfielder Francisco Medina Luna, popularly known as Piti, on a one-year deal. The Spaniard is the Jamshedpur's first new foreign recruit for the upcoming 2019-20 season.

The 38-year-old veteran has the experience of playing for almost 15 years in Spain for various clubs like Real Zaragoza, Ciudad Murcia, Hercules, Rayo Vallecano, Granada, etc. With 29 goals and 14 assists in 149 La Liga appearances, Piti comes to India with the pedigree of having successfully played in one of the world's top football leagues.

He has also played for Cypriot First Division club AEL Limassol and Superleague Greek outfits PAS Lamia 1964 and Athlitiki Enosi Larissa FC. The Spaniard is a proven set-piece specialist and has over 100 career goals to his name.

Primarily an attacking midfielder by trade, Piti can also operate on either wing, making him a versatile option at the front end of the pitch. At Jamshedpur, he will be joining the existing Spanish Armada, which includes Carlos Calvo, Tiri, Memo and Sergio Cidoncha.

"I am extremely happy to sign for Jamshedpur FC. Ever since the Hero ISL was formed, I always wanted to come to India and play football. I am thankful to Jamshedpur FC for providing me with this opportunity and trusting in my abilities. I want to help the club grow and work with the Indian players and share my experience with them. I am looking forward to visiting the city as I have heard a lot of good things about the facilities and the fans. I hope to bring them a lot of joy. Jam ke Khelo Jamshedpur," Piti told the official Jamshedpur website after the contract was finalized.