Thomas Gravesen has completed his move from Real Madrid to Celtic.
The Bhoys have landed the Dane after beating off strong competition from a number of Premiership clubs.
The announcement of Gravesen's signature comes just hours after Celtic sold Stilian Petrov to Aston Villa.
Gravesen, 30, had his medical in Glasgow on Tuesday and the deal has now been sealed after personal terms were finalised.
The former Everton man has penned a three-year deal at Parkhead with the option for another season.
"I am delighted to have joined Celtic, one of the biggest clubs in the world," Gravesen told the club's website.
"When I was made aware of Celtic’s interest, naturally, I was very keen to talk to the club and now having spoken to the manager, the chief executive and other people at the club, I am very excited about this move.
"I am eager now to get going and do all I can for Celtic. I look forward to meeting up with my new team-mates next week.
"The team did brilliantly last season to win the Championship and together we will be trying to retain the title and do as well as we can in the Champions League.
"I know other Danish players who have had the opportunity to play with Celtic and they have nothing but great things to say about the club. I have also visited Celtic Park for matches, where the atmosphere is tremendous and I am very much looking forward to playing there.
"I am aware of Celtic’s magnificent support and I will be doing all I can to bring as much success as possible to the club, for the fans to enjoy."
Celtic manager Gordon Strachan was delighted to have sealed Gravesen's capture.
"Thomas has shown great desire to play for Celtic and it is very clear that he is looking forward to joining the club," said Strachan.
"He is a player with great ability, experience and character — qualities which could enhance any team.
"We are delighted to have secured his signing and we hope he will be a valuable addition to our squad." |
