Argentina winger Angel di Maria has completed his transfer from Benfica to Real Madrid after passing a medical.
His switch to the Bernabeu, on a six-year deal, is reported to be worth 25 million euros (£20.3m).
The 22-year-old, who was part of his country's World Cup squad, is Jose Mourinho's first signing since taking charge at Real last month.
Di Maria joined Benfica from Rosario Central in 2007 and helped them win a league and cup double last season.
Real Madrid medical chief Carlos Diez said: "The player is in perfect condition to make himself available to Jose Mourinho.
"He now needs some time to rest having played in the World Cup and, at a later date, he will join the team for pre-season training."
Di Maria won the World Under-20 Championship with Argentina in 2007 and scored the winner against Nigeria in the final of the 2008 Olympic Games.
Real have been linked with several top names since Mourinho was appointed on 31 May, notably England captain Steven Gerrard - though new Liverpool boss Roy Hodgson has said he is confident the 30-year-old will remain at Anfield.link text here
The club were pipped by fierce rivals Barcelona to the Primera Division crown by three points last season, and were knocked out of the Champions League in the last 16 by Lyon.
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