MLS club Atlanta United have signed outright Josef Martinez from Torino.

Martinez has scored five goals in the first three regular season games, including the first Major League Soccer hat-trick of the season.

Martinez managed only eight goals and four assists in 69 Serie A appearances for Torino.

“The loan deal had an option to make the transfer permanent which we have now triggered as planned," said Atlanta United president Darren Eales.

“Josef has been a fantastic addition to our club and it's clear he has the ability to continuing making an impact in our league."