Benzema Transfer Confirmed by Lyon and Real Madrid

Benzema transfer confirmed by Lyon and Real Madrid, the ongoing saga has come to an end as a deal is finally confirmed, just hours after denying that a deal had been agreed with Real, Olympique Lyon confirm a deal has been done.

Moments later, Real Madrid admitted that the transfer would take place following a medical, the striker will cost Real Madrid €35 million, according to Lyon's official website, although with performance related bonuses that may rise to €41 million, it is expected that Karim Benzema's contract will be for six years.

Lyon's website added that Benzema had asked to leave to join Madrid earlier than expected, the website added that 'Some days ago.

Karim Benzema informed president Jean Michel Aulas of his wish to join Real Madrid' and that it was his preferred club after Olympique Lyon, the player wished to seize the chance that Real Madrid offered', that he would have the opportunity to be a major element in a team that has world-wide players'.

Lyon accepted the decision of Benzema' and negotiated conditions for the transfer that would satisfy both parties', the club would like to wish Karim every success with Real Madrid' the website continued, which, with it's ambitious plans both on and off the pitch'.

That include, amongst others, sponsorship, taxation and property ownership', which are incomparable with the situation that currently prevails in French professional sports', Benzema will be joining Kaka, Cristiano Ronaldo and Raul Albiol as Madrid's summer signings.