Serie A new boys Lecce have officially signed Colombia Under-20 left-back Brayan Vera.

A statement released by Lecce confirms Vera will arrive this afternoon to complete his transfer.

The 20-year-old has 13 caps for Colombia at U20 level and is also capable of playing in central defence.

He joins the freshly-promoted Salentini from Leones FC, who were relegated from the Colombian top flight last season.

Lecce sporting director Mauro Meluso claims “seven or eight new players” will be signed this summer, while Colombian Brayan Vera is “arriving in the coming days.”

The Giallorossi were promoted back into the top flight for the first time since the 2011-2012 season, and they will need to strengthen their squad if they hope to extend their stay in the division.

Newly-promoted Lecce are expected to sign Colombian 20-year-old talent Brayan Vera this week, as he flies in for a medical.

The left-back is currently playing for Leones FC and has one cap at Under-20 level for his country.

Also able to play in central defence, Sky Sport Italia report Vera will arrive for a medical before signing the contract over the next few days.

Lecce secured their promotion into Serie A by finishing runners-up to Brescia, while Hellas Verona won the play-offs.