OMNISPORT 

Roma has announced that Gervinho has completed a transfer to Hebei China Fortune for an initial fee of 18 million euros ($19.6 million).

The Ivory Coast international heads to the Chinese Super League after spending two-and-a-half years in the Italian capital.

"AS Roma can confirm that forward Gervinho has joined Hebei China Fortune FC," a Roma statement confirmed.

"The 28-year-old Ivorian has signed for the Chinese side on a permanent deal for a fee of 18 million euros. An additional €1M could be paid depending on the Chinese club's and the player's performances."

Gervinho scored 26 times in 88 appearances for Roma after joining from Arsenal following the 2012-13 season.

He becomes the latest big-name arrival in the Chinese top flight this month. Earlier on Wednesday, Shanghai Shenhua completed a deal for Inter's Fredy Guarin and Ramires' move from Chelsea to Jiangsu Suning was also confirmed.