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Fernando Llorente to Swansea City: Latest Transfer Details, Reaction and More

Swansea City have snapped up Sevilla striker Fernando Llorente, the club confirmed on Friday.

The Swans announced the capture of the Spaniard on their official website.

Llorente arrives after a difficult season at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium, with Kevin Gameiro ahead of him in the pecking order.

The 31-year-old started just 20 games in all competitions, scoring seven goals and assisting five.

Bleacher Report UK's Sam Tighe is nevertheless eagerly anticipating his arrival at the Liberty Stadium:

Delighted Fernando Llorente will finally come to the Premier League. Not what he was at Athletic, but still a neat, strong target striker.