Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has welcomed new signing Kevin Gameiro.

The former Sevilla striker made the switch over the weekend.

"[Gameiro] likes scoring goals, he has plenty in him; he's a real pro and his talent and professionalism has made him one of the best goalscorers around today," he told the assembled press.

"He's perfectly suited to this league and his speed and intensity are just two of the qualities that convinced us to make such an effort to secure his services."

The president then turned directly to address the former Paris Saint-Germain attacker.

"We know you had a lot of good offers so we have to thank you for joining our project," he stated. "Your character, courage and international spirit fit our model.

"You can bring a lot right from the word go, throughout your career you have shown quality and the willingness to work hard."