Atletico Madrid have unveiled new signing Elias.

The attacking midfielder arrives from Corinthians.

Elias, who was encouraged by former Real Madrid duo and Brazil internationals Ronaldo and Roberto Carlos to make the switch, has already begun training with his new team-mates and could make his debut on Monday at home to Racing Santander.

"I always wanted to play for a Spanish team and Atletico is a great European club," Elias told a news conference in Madrid.

"I work a lot for the team and my preferred position is centre midfield."