Espanyol have signed Argentine right back Ivan Pillud on loan from Tiro Federal for one season.

Espanyol have an option to buy the 23-year-old, who was on loan last season at Newell's Old Boys.

"It is a dream and at times I cannot believe it is happening," he told Sport.

"My father Oscar started videoing my games when I was six and began to play seven-a-side football for Villa Casini and it is difficult to believe what has happened now.

"All the hard work and effort has been worth it.

"This is incredible and is a big step forward in my career. I am young and I have a lot to give so it is an honour that Espanyol have chosen me."