Felipe Melo is delighted with his move to Fiorentina.
The Brazilian wing-back has signed with the Viola on a Bosman from Almeria and said: "I am a central midfielder with two principal characteristics. I always look for goal - only one player, Xavi, has out-scored me this year from the middle - and I am, physically, very strong.
"Last summer I was very close to Lazio. This year I have received many offers, but when I came to know of Fiorentina's interest, there was no question in my mind.
"Fiorentina are super famous in Brazil, they have a great reputation. I grew up with Gabriel Batistuta as my idol, I copied his 'machine-gun' celebration after scoring.
"And then there is the Coach of my national team, Dunga, who played there for a lifetime."