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Bayern Munich has reached an agreement with Atletico Madrid to engage defenseman Lucas Hernandez for an amount of 80 million euros. The French should join the club on July 1st.
Lucas is tied to a move to the Allianz Arena for several months and Bayern has put an end to speculation by confirming the deal.
The club has confirmed this news on its official website by writing: "Lucas Hernandez will move from Atletico Madrid at Bayern Munich July 1st. The defender, aged 23, signed a five-year contract until June 30, 2024 and Atletico Madrid received a lump sum of 80 million euros. "
Bayern's sports director, Hasan Salihamidzic, revealed that he was delighted to sign the winner of the World Cup, adding: "I am very happy that Lucas Hernandez has signed one of the best defenders in the world and a world champion.
"Lucas can be used both in the center defense and as left-back. In addition, Lucas will continue our tradition of exceptional French players and strengthen our team. "
However, the club doctor Hans-Wilhelm Muller-Wohlfahrt has confirmed that Lucas will have to undergo surgery to repair a knee ligament injury. Fortunately, the French should be in shape and available for the beginning of the year 2019/20 Bundesliga season.
Finally, Lucas admitted that he was proud to go to the Allianz Arena. He said: "Today is a very important day in my football career.Bayern Munich is one of the best clubs in Europe and the world.I am proud to be able to fight for all Bayern titles.
"I would like to thank Atletico, the management, the coaches, my teammates and the supporters for these wonderful twelve years.Atletico will always be part of me.Now, I am happy to have taken the next step in Bayern. "
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