Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of Borja Baston from Swansea City on a free transfer.

The 27-year-old, who cost the Swans £15.5m from Atletico Madrid in 2016, but has scored just seven goals during his time in the south Wales club.

“I am so excited to play for Aston Villa, it’s a big club, it’s an honour for me,” Baston told VillaTV.

“I can’t wait to get started, I’m really excited. I want to meet my new team-mates and the manager. I’m ready to play and start training with the team.”

✍️ @BorjaBaston #WelcomeBorja #AVFC pic.twitter.com/uSZ8I56Zxn

— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) January 31, 2020

The Spaniard’s contract at the Liberty Stadium was due to expire at the end of the season.