Alireza Jahanbakhsh hopes to make an immediate impact at Brighton and Hove Albion after completing a reported £17million move from AZ.
The Iran international - who featured in all three of his country's matches at the World Cup - penned a five-year contract with the Seagulls on Wednesday and is determined to force his way into Chris Hughton's first-team plans.
"I came here to help the team and be important for the team," he told the club's official website.
"It's always been important for me, wherever I go, to do my best for the club and the fans.
"It's exactly the same here. I've been counting the days until I came here for the signing day.
Want more GIFs of the new man?Head to our channel!Channel July 25, 2018
"Finally everything is done now and I can look forward to starting training, seeing the fans and going to the stadium to play games.
"We have some good players this season, and after speaking to the manager, I have a really good feeling about the tactics and the way the team plays."
Hughton added: "We are delighted to welcome Alireza to the club, and we are particularly pleased to get this deal over the line.
"Ali is a player that we have been aware of and monitored for a few years, and his versatility will increase our attacking options within the squad.
"He can play in a wide position or central midfield attacking role, and I am now very much looking forward to working with him."
