Real Madrid Sign Kaka From AC Milan

Tuesday, June 9, 2009 -- Spanish giants and European powerhouse Real Madrid have signed Brazilian international playmaker Kaka from Italian giants AC Milan.

Kaka has been linked with a move to Madrid for two years and this week he finally became a Madrid player. The transfer fee agreed between the two clubs is said to be 67.2 million euros- second biggest in the history of the sport- with Kaka reportedly gaining a contract worth 9 million euros every season.

An official statement from Real Madrid reads:

"Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite, Kaka, is a Real Madrid player after an agreement was reached with AC Milan. The Brazilian footballer has now successfully passed all medical tests. Kaka has signed a contract with Real Madrid for the next six seasons."

A statement from AC Milan reads:

"From next season, Kaka will play at Real Madrid. Milan thank Kaka the man and the great champion for his decisive contribution to the many victories over the last six years.

"It will be very difficult to fill the void that Kaka will leave, as he is a shining example of commitment and professionalism. A. C. Milan, on behalf of the Rossoneri managers, players and supporters, send him the most cordial and affectionate wishes for the continuation of his sporting career."