Former Real Madrid and Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka announced he has joined Mumbai City in the Indian Super League.

The 35-year-old, without a club since leaving West Brom following his ban for using the quenelle gesture, has agreed a short-term deal with the new ISL franchise, managed by Peter Reid.

“I’m pleased to join Mumbai City FC and very exciting in joining Indian Super League,” Anelka wrote on Twitter. “Talented international players and top Indian talent will make matches thrilling affairs.

“I look forward to using my ability to do well for my team in the matches we will play.”

Anelka is one of a number of high-profile players attracted to India, with his former Arsenal team-mates Robert Pires and Freddie Ljungberg – as well as Alessandro Del Piero and David Trezeguet – among the others.

The ISL kicks off on October 12.