Swansea City manager Garry Monk is delighted with their deal for Bafetimbi Gomis.
Gomis arrives on a Bosman from Lyon.
"You are talking about a quality striker who has played international, Champions League and top flight football in France for a big club," Monk told the club's website.
"I'm very happy. It's a fantastic signing; a very big and important signing for the club. It shows just how far we have come that we can attract a player of his quality.
"He's a player that can excite the crowd, make and score goals. He's always done that wherever he's been - and that's what we want him to keep doing here. We want him to be an important cog in the squad and help us to continue building."
Having spent a few days with the Frenchman finalising the deal, Monk added: "I spoke in length to him. He came across as a very good guy; humble, hard-working and honest. He is determined to come here and do well.
"He asked a lot of questions about the squad and the strengths of the players. He wants to settle into the squad as quickly as possible and do well on the pitch. That is the type of player we want at this football club."
