SWANSEA believe they are stronger in all senses after completing the £8m signing of Federico Fernandez from Napoli.
The 25-year-old defender has put pen to paper on a four-year deal at the Liberty Stadium and is in contention to make his debut against Burnley on Saturday.
Fernandez, who made four appearances in Argentina's run to the World Cup final in Brazil, completed his medical on Tuesday before ironing out the formalities of his switch.
His arrival bolsters manager Garry Monk's defensive resources after the departure of Chico Flores to Qatari club Lekhwiya.
And Monk is delighted to add a real powerhouse to his backline having tracked Fernandez for the past year.
"We are getting a very good player. He brings that pedigree of having played for Napoli at a high level and he played in the World Cup too," the Swansea boss said.
"He is at a very good age for us and for the type of player he is. He is a big guy, he is strong, but he is also strong on the ball and he will suit Swansea.
"The players we try to identify to bring here are ones who will add quality to our squad, and Federico will definitely do that."
Fernandez believes he will fit in well in south Wales.
"I can identify myself with the Swansea style. I like to play the ball from the back and, of course, I love to defend too," he said.
"I was impressed last weekend with the team's performance and result against Manchester United.
"It was a very intelligent performance. The team really took its opportunities, and it was a fantastic start to the season.
"I just can't wait to start training and playing games."