Southampton boss Ronald Koeman has no doubts about the character of new signing Eljero Elia.

Winger Elia, 27, has joined the Saints on loan from German side Werder Bremen until the end of the season.

The Netherlands international has been involved in a number of off-field incidents, including getting into rows with fans on social media.

"If I had doubts about his private life I wouldn't sign him," Koeman said.

"It's the press and rumours, it's not true. We need really good players who want to develop themselves and be professional here."