Leverkusen sign Spanish midfielder Aleix Garcia

German double winners Bayer Leverkusen have signed Spanish midfielder Aleix Garcia from Girona.

The 26-year-old has signed until 2029, the Bundesliga champions said in a statement. with media reports putting the transfer sum at around €18 million ($19 million).

Garcia scored three goals and was nearly ever present as Girona shock La Liga to finish in the Champions League places.

"Aleix Garcia is a player with excellent tactical qualities. He is a pass master and has a great overview from the centre of midfield," sporting director Simon Rolfes said.