Juventus have signed Nicolas Anelka on a five-month deal after the Frenchman arrived in Turin for a medical on Saturday. The 33-year-old Frenchman arrives from Shanghai Shenhua in China where he has been playing since he left Chelsea.

The Juventus chief executive Giuseppe Marotta said the club had agreed a deal with Anelka until the end of the season, with the option for a further year.

"It can be a good move for the short term, then at the end of the season we'll evaluate what must be done," Marotta said.

Anelka expressed his gladness at the Airport on arrival in Italy.

"I'm very happy to be here." Says Anelka

Juventus previously indicated interest in Didier Drogba. It seems Anelka is coming as a good replacement for the quest. Juventus will be Anelka's 10th club. So far, Anelka has played for Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal, Real Madrid, Liverpool, Manchester City, Fenerbahce, Bolton Wanderers, Chelsea and Shanghai Shenhua.