Konami has announced that the Brazil and Inter Milan striker Adriano is to be the pan-European face of Pro Evolution Soccer 6.

Pro Evolution Soccer 6 screenshot

The addition of the Brazilian superstar to the Pro Evolution Soccer 6 video game reaffirms Konami's commitment to working with the best talent in the game. Adriano will appear on the cover of the game across Europe, together with additional local players that will be announced shortly. Adriano himself says he is "delighted to be associated with such a fine series."

"Adriano is rightly regarded as a player with skill, pace and passion - all key elements to success in Pro Evolution Soccer 6," commented Martin Schneider, European Marketing Director for Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH. "We are very excited to be working with such a talent, and further new signings will be announced in the coming weeks."

Pro Evolution Soccer 6 is coming to PlayStation 2, PC and PSP, together with versions on the DS and Xbox 360 in the autumn.