Serie A: Gremio sign Argentina winger Pavon

Rio de Janeiro, Feb.17 (Xinhua) -- Gremio have announced the signing of Argentine winger Cristian Pavon from their Brazilian Serie A rivals Atletico Mineiro.

The 28-year-old will be tied to the Porto Alegre outfit until December 2026 after Atletico accepted a transfer fee reportedly worth 3.5 million euros, Xinhua reported

"Cristian Pavon is already in Porto Alegre, has undergone a medical examination and signed a definitive contract with the Tricolor for three seasons," read a statement on Gremios official website on Friday.

Pavon made 72 appearances for Atletico Mineiro and scored 12 goals following his 2022 move from Boca Juniors.

He has been capped 11 times for Argentinas national team in a career that has also included spells at LA Galaxy, Colon and Talleres.