Inter confirm signing of Hernanes

Inter Milan have confirmed the signing of Brazilian playmaker Hernanes from Serie A rivals Lazio.

The 28-year-old was seen crying as he left Lazio's training ground earlier on Friday but his future was finalised by the end of the day as he signed a four-and-a-half year deal with Inter.

Hernanes, capped 23 times by Brazil, won the Coppa Italia with Lazio last season.

Inter later announced that 22-year-old forward Ishak Belfodil had been allowed to join Livorno on loan for the rest of the season.

"Inter wish Belfodil the very best of luck for this next stage of his career!" the club said on their website.