Johny Kauko is back in Indian football. But this time, he is likely to return to the I-League this season, wearing Inter Kashi jersey. 

It is learned that Antonio Habas, the Spanish coach whose guidance helped MBSG to clinch the ISL Shield last season and whose initiative helped the Mariners to rope in Kauko, has talked to the 34-year-old midfielder and Kauko also is reportedly keen to join Inter Kashi following Antonio Habas. The Spanish coach has already joined the Uttar Pradesh-based club.

The Finnish central midfielder played a crucial role in Mohun Bagan Super Giants' ISL Shield victory last season. Still, Kauko was released by MBSG as the club’s top brass felt he was not fully fit. 

Inter Kashi FC, the debutant in the I-League last season, had a conspicuous performance as the team struggling in the eighth position in the League table, finished in fourth spot.