Former West Ham United player Alessandro Diamanti has agreed terms to move to Chinese side Guangzhou Evergrande, his Serie A club Bologna confirmed earlier today.

Talks between both clubs have been ongoing for some time, with Guangzhou coach Marcello Lippi playing a role in luring the Italy international to the Chinese Super League side.

"Bologna has reached agreement with Guangzhou Evergrande FC for the permanent transfer of Alessandro Diamanti," read a statement on Bologna's official website.

The 30-year-old, who has been capped 17 times by the Azzurri, is believed to have signed a three-year deal with Guangzhou worth up to £7.5m to the Italian club.