Real Madrid have confirmed that forward Cristiano Ronaldo will join Italian giants Juventus.

It is understood a deal worth £105m has been reached between the two clubs that will see the 33-year-old Portuguese end a 10-year stay at the Bernabeu, where he won four Champions League titles, but endured a turbulent relationship with president Florentino Perez.

“For Real Madrid Cristiano Ronaldo will always be one of our great symbols,” said a club statement.

“Real Madrid wants to express its gratitude to a player who has proved to be the best in the world and who has marked one of the brightest times in the history of our club and world football. Real Madrid will always be your home.”

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