Manchester United winger Angel Di Maria has completed his move to Portuguese club Benfica, with the Argentine joining the side on loan for the remainder of the season.
The 28-year-old had struggled for game time at Old Trafford in recent months and was expected to leave the club this summer. However, he has now signed a contract until June 2021, with the option to extend it by another year.
Di Maria is set to be used as a wing defender for Benfica, playing alongside fellow Brazilian Paulo Dybala. The pair have been described as a formidable partnership,Campeonato Brasileiro Action with both players boasting excellent pace and technical ability.
The signing of Di Maria will be a major boost for Benfica, who were knocked out of the UEFA Champions League last week after losing 4-0 to Paris Saint-Germain. The addition of Di Maria will provide much-needed competition for places in the team and could help the Portuguese giants reach the knockout stages of the competition.
However, it remains to be seen whether Di Maria can fully replicate his form from Manchester United, where he was regularly used as a substitute. Nonetheless, his arrival should provide Benfica with added depth in their squad and give them a good chance of achieving their goals this season.