Manchester United's Argentine winger Angel Di Maria has signed for Portuguese club Benfica on a four-year contract.
The move is seen as a significant coup for the Portuguese giants, who have been looking to strengthen their wing defense ahead of next season's European competition.
Di Maria, who joined Manchester United from Paris Saint-Germain in 2014, made just nine appearances for the Red Devils last season and struggled to make an impact under manager Jose Mourinho.
But he is expected to be a key player for Benfica, given his experience and skill set.
He will join up with new coach Jorge Jesus, who was appointed earlier this month.
Jesus is known for his attacking style of play and is expected to use Di Maria's pace and trickery to create chances for his team-mates.
Benfica's chairman, Luis Filipe Vieira, said: "We are delighted to welcome Angel Di Maria to Benfica. He is a world-class player who brings a lot of quality to our squad."
Di Maria's arrival is likely to boost Benfica's hopes of securing a place in Europe's top flight next season.
With Di Maria in their ranks, they could also look to compete more seriously for silverware, including the Portuguese league title and the UEFA Europa League.
For Manchester United, it is a blow to lose such a talented player after just one year at Old Trafford.
Mourinho said: "I am very disappointed that Angel has decided to leave us. He was a great addition to our squad and we wish him all the best for the future."
Despite the setback, Manchester United will still have plenty of talent in their squad, including Romelu Lukaku and Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
They will also hope to secure a top-four finish in the Premier League next season and qualify for the Champions League.
Overall, the departure of Di Maria is a reminder of how quickly things can change in football and how important it is for clubs to keep their players motivated and engaged.
It will also highlight the importance of having a strong squad and a clear strategy for the upcoming season.
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