Thibaut Courtois' presentation as a Real Madrid player - As it happened.

Thibaut Courtois' presentation as a Real Madrid player - As it happened.

"I'm very proud to be here"

A good start from Thibaut as he describes his new side as "the biggest club in the world."

The Belgian also revealed his admiration for Iker Casillas. "I had one of Casillas' shirts from a match between Real Madrid and Anderlecht," he revealed.

"When a club like Real Madrid sets its sights on you when you play well. I received better offers financially. I wanted to come here and also to be closer to my children. When Madrid firmed up their interes there were no doubts about where I wanted to be and here I am.

"When I arrived at Chelsea I had to replace Petr Cech and everyone said the same thing. To this day I still speak with Petr, he's a friend. I think goalkeepers are friends, we get on well. I'll do everything I can to get on well with this group. I'm here to compete to the max and so are the other goalkeepers. I will help Real Madrid to win matches and trophies," he replied after being asked about competing for the starting spot.

Butragueño speaks

"We're convinced that your time at Real Madrid will also be very successful. It's a pleasure to have you with us."

Courtois will now face the press

The media will now be given their chance to quiz Courtois for the first time as a Real Madrid player.

Courtois is given a rousing reception

There are a good number of fans present here for this one and they are raucous as they catch a glimpse of their new hero in a Real Madrid shirt for the first time. Courtois responds by launching a few balls into the stands. Some nice souvenirs for a few lucky fans.

Here he comes!

Hala Madrid rings out on the PA system as the strapping stopper steps out on to the pitch for the first time as a Real Madrid player.

 

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Courtois prepares to take to the pitch

After signing the contract and posing for all the necessary photos the goalkeeper will now pull on a Real Madrid shirt for the first time and take to the pitch at the Bernabeu.

 

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"Today I achieve the dream I have had since I was a child"

Courtois is clearly delighted to have completed his move as he thanks everyone from his new side to his family, explaining that he always dreamt of playing for the club.

"Today I fulfil a dream. You cannot understand how happy I am. Those who know me know the effort I have put in to get here.

"My hard work and my feelings have always been about being the best. I have the chance to fulfil a new dream.

"I have dreamt about this since I was a child, admiring those who came on to the pitch to represent Real Madrid.

"I have been a rival and I know what it is to face Real Madrid. Today I'm one of you. Hala Madrid.

"Thanks you all once again and especially to the mother of my children. Although we're not together you are very special to me."

It's Courtois' turn

"You can't imagine how happy I am. Only those that truly know me know how hard I have worked to get here. I would like to thank Real Madrid for giving me this chance. Today I'm one of you, another Madridista. Thank you to everyone. Hala Madrid."

Perez waxes lyrical over Courtois

"Thibaut, you are here because of your hard work, dedication and quality. You are one of the best goalkeepers in the world, if not the best."

Florentino Perez speaks

"We have a great squad, full of players who are desperate to continue winning trophies for this club and today we are proud to add another outstanding player to that group.

"Thank you for accepting this challenge at the most demanding club in the world. Welcome to your new home."

A montage of Courtois' best saves is being shown

Dramatic music, slow-motions actions, it's got it all.

Courtois has already signed his Real Madrid contract

The Belgian signed his contract alongside Florentino Perez earlier this morning to officially become a Real Madrid player.

 

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Everything is set here at the Bernabeu

Courtois' presentation is just minutes away.

 

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Hello and welcome!

Real Madrid confirmed a little earlier that Courtois had already completed his medical with the club and he is now set to be officially unveiled as a Real Madrid player.

 

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