James Rodriguez: Real Madrid sign Monaco forward
Real Madrid have signed Colombia forward James Rodriguez, the top
scorer in the 2014 World Cup, from Monaco for a fee which could reach
£71m.
The 23-year-old has signed a six-year deal with the Spanish giants.
Rodriguez won the Golden Boot with six goals in five matches in Brazil as Colombia reached the quarter-finals.
Madrid president Florentino Perez said: "He played brilliantly and his goals confirmed his status as one of the best players at the World Cup."
Rodriguez, who had a medical on Tuesday, said joining Real "is a dream come true"
"I am very happy, this is a dream come true. I hope to make people very happy and win a lot of titles here," he said.
The Colombian scored against Greece, Ivory Coast and Japan as they topped Group C before netting twice, one a sublime volley, during the 2-0 last-16 win against Uruguay, which was voted goal of the tournament.
Rodriguez's final goal was a late consolation from the penalty spot as Colombia lost 2-1 to Brazil.