Brazilian defender Pablo has successfully passed a medical examination, signed a 3.5-year contract and joined Lokomotiv at the training camp in Marbella. He will wear the number three shirt.

Pablo is the second player to join the Railroaders from Bordeaux this season after Francois Kamano. After representing eight clubs in his homeland, he moved to France five and a half years ago, and has picked up two full international caps.

"I am happy to join Lokomotiv," said Pablo. “For me, this is a new challenge in my career. I will give my all to ensure that the club fulfills its tasks and returns to the places it deserves. Fans can be sure of that. I want to get to know the team as soon as possible and start training. There's a lot of work ahead!”