In the I-League, last year, Farukh played for Mumbai FC. This was also the season where Mumbai FC was relegated from the top division. Farukh played in about ten games. At Mumbai, he played as striker and at times as a winger. The ISL will not a new experience for him as has appeared in two games for Kerala Blasters last season. With his quick feet, Farukh can be useful to the move the ball fast in advance positions.