New Bournemouth signing Alvaro Rodriguez says his “dream has become reality” after completing his move to the Premier League from La Liga club Elche.

The striker signed a five-year contract with the Cherries on his 22nd birthday.

“It feels like a great privilege to be here,” Rodriguez said. “I’ve always wanted to play in the Premier League and now, on my birthday, that dream has become reality.

“It has been a dream since I was a child. When my agent told me Bournemouth were interested, I couldn’t believe it.

“Everything I’ve experienced so far has prepared me for this next chapter, and now I want to keep improving and show what I can do.”

Bournemouth head of football operations Tiago Pinto added: “We’re really pleased to strengthen our attacking options with such a talented young forward.

“For someone so young, Alvaro already has a good amount of experience at a very high level and arrives after playing an important role for Elche in La Liga last season.

“We believe he has outstanding pedigree and enormous potential, while also being capable of making an immediate impact as we prepare for an exciting campaign that includes European football.”