Gameiro Signs 4-year deal with Atletico Madrid

Kevin Gameiro has joined Atletico Madrid on a four-year deal from Sevilla believed to be worth £28million.

The move sees Argentine striker Luciano Vietto head the opposite way on a season-long loan deal.

The 29-year-old Frenchman Gameiro scored 67 goals during three seasons with Sevilla, helping it win three Europa League titles.


Gameiro will join countryman Antoine Griezmann and Fernando Torres to form the attack of an Atletico side that reached the final of the Champions League last season.

Atletico did not reveal the financial details of Gameiro's transfer but said in a statement: "Atletico de Madrid and Sevilla FC have reached an agreement for the transfer of Kevin Gameiro to our club.

"The striker, who will sign for four seasons, will travel to Madrid this evening [Saturday].

"The transfer is contingent to the French player successfully undergoing a medical examination."

Atletico had been linked with a £40million move for Chelsea striker Diego Costa.

But Gameiro's arrival could now block the Spain striker's return to his former club.