Mumbai City FC Sign Experienced Slovenian Striker Luka Majcen

Mumbai City FC have strengthened their attacking options with the signing of Slovenian centre-forward Luka Majcen, bringing in a striker with an established record in Indian football and experience across multiple domestic competitions.

The Islanders confirmed the signing of the experienced forward, who has spent several seasons in India and built a reputation through consistent goalscoring performances in the I-League and Indian Super League (ISL).

Born in Ljubljana, Slovenia, Majcen arrived in Indian football in 2020 when he joined Churchill Brothers. He made an immediate impact, finishing as the I-League's second-highest scorer during his stint with the Goan club. His performances established him as an effective presence in Indian football and opened the door to further opportunities.

His move to Mumbai City adds another experienced option to the club's forward line as the Islanders look to strengthen their attacking depth.

Majcen's journey in Indian football has included successful spells with several clubs. After leaving Churchill Brothers, he joined Bengaluru United, where he helped the team win the Bangalore Super Division title. He also finished as the competition's leading scorer with 15 goals.

In January 2022, the Slovenian moved to Gokulam Kerala. He scored 13 goals during the campaign, playing an important role as the club successfully defended its I-League title. Later that year, Majcen joined RoundGlass Punjab, where he enjoyed another significant chapter in his Indian career. He helped the club win the I-League title and secure promotion to the ISL.

His individual contribution was equally impressive. Majcen finished the I-League season as the top scorer with 16 goals and was named Player of the Season. Following the club's promotion, he also became RoundGlass Punjab's first-ever goalscorer in the Indian Super League.

His record across these campaigns underlines his ability to deliver goals in different team environments and competitions.

Majcen's most recent chapter before joining Mumbai City came with Diamond Harbour FC. He helped the club win the 2025-26 Indian Football League title, adding another championship to an already decorated career in Indian domestic football.

The latest move brings him to one of the established clubs in the ISL. Having played in the Indian football system since 2020, Majcen arrives with familiarity with the demands of the domestic game, its competition structure and the challenges of competing across different levels.

For Mumbai City, his experience could be valuable as the club seeks greater depth in the centre-forward position.

Speaking after completing his move, Majcen expressed his excitement about joining Mumbai City and taking on a new challenge. “I am delighted to join the club and excited for this new challenge. I will give my best to contribute to the team and help achieve the club’s objectives. I look forward to meeting my new teammates and getting started,” the forward said.

The Slovenian's statement reflects his eagerness to begin the next phase of his career with the Islanders, where he will look to translate his experience and goalscoring record into contributions for his new team.

Mumbai City looking for depth and goals in attack

Mumbai City Director of Football Sujay Sharma explained that the signing was aimed at adding depth to the club's striking department. Majcen will join Wilmar and Ajsal as part of the club's forward options.

“We have brought in Luka to give us added depth in the striking department along with Wilmar and Ajsal. Given his proven experience in India and the ISL for several years, we are hopeful he will get us goals and convert chances we will create going forward. His leadership and character will also be an added plus for the squad,” Sharma said.

The club's emphasis on Majcen's experience, leadership and ability to convert chances highlights the role expected of the new signing. His familiarity with Indian football could also help him adapt to the team's requirements.

Founded in August 2014, Mumbai City FC have established themselves as one of the prominent clubs in Indian football. The Islanders won the ISL League and ISL Cup double in the 2020-21 season, followed by the ISL League Shield in 2022-23 and another ISL Cup in 2023-24.

The club has also represented Indian football in the AFC Champions League, competing in the 2022 and 2023-24 editions. It became the first Indian club to register victories in the continent's premier club competition.

Majcen now joins a club with domestic silverware and continental experience, bringing a substantial record of his own from Indian football.

His immediate challenge will be to establish himself within Mumbai City's attacking setup and convert the opportunities created by the team. With I-League titles, individual scoring honours and experience in the ISL already part of his career, the Slovenian forward offers the Islanders an experienced addition as they prepare for the next phase of their campaign.