Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira is delighted with his move to Fiorentina.

Torreira has joined the Viola on-loan for the season.

“The club believes a lot in this team, the most important thing now is to get to know my teammates and the coaches," he said at a press conference. “I hope to entertain the fans.

“I was sold from Sampdoria to Arsenal, then unfortunately I chose to go to Madrid last year.

“It's normal for anyone who wants to play, but I didn't have much space. For me it's important to play.

“It's true that we have been talking about Fiorentina for many years, I want to make the most of this experience now that I'm here."

Torreira said he hopes to be ready for the match against Atalanta after the international break.

“I can't say much, I think [Atalanta coach Gian Piero] Gasperini is listening," he said. “I have been with the team for a few days, I hope to be ready for Bergamo.

“I want to help the team bring home the three points. In the meantime, I will try to understand better what [coach Vincenzo] Italian wants."