David Villa officially joins New York City

Spain's all-time leading scorer David Villa has officially joined MLS outfit New York City.

The 32-year-old, who won La Liga with Atletico Madrid last season, will represent his country in the World Cup this summer, but has taken time away from the camp to pen a long-term deal with the American side.

New York City's official Twitter account has recently posted a picture of their first official signing since becoming a professional club.

Welcome to New York City: David Villa (@Guaje7Villa) officially signs as #NYCFC's first ever player. #VillatoNYCFC pic.twitter.com/zzR3gEbmTV

— New York City FC (@NYCFC) June 2, 2014

New York City are the US franchise of Premier League club Manchester City.