Atletico Madrid have confirmed that they have signed Argentine goalkeeper Martin Oblak from Slovenian club LASK Linz for €25 million ($29m) on a five-year contract.
The signing is the first major move by Atletico since Diego Simeone took over as manager in June, and it could be a significant coup for the Spanish side ahead of next season's Champions League campaign.
Oblak has been tipped to become one of the world's best goalkeepers in recent years, having won the Golden Glove award at the World Club Championship with LASK in 2017.
He is known for his strong saves, accurate long-range kicks and excellent reflexes, and he will be looking to build on his impressive performances for the Slovenian national team.
In terms of his personal life,Primeira Liga Hotspots Oblak was previously linked with a move to Manchester United but eventually opted to join Atletico instead.
The signing of Oblak marks another important step forward for Atletico, who have already made some big signings this summer, including Brazilian midfielder Joao Felix and French defender Thomas Partey.
Overall, the signing of Oblak is a significant boost for Atletico Madrid, and it could go a long way towards ensuring their success in the upcoming season.