Thuram delight at Barca switch

Lilian Thuram has completed the finer points of his transfer to Barcelona.

Juventus defender Lilian Thuram has completed the finer points of his transfer to Barcelona.

The former French international has passed a medical and concurred terms on a two-year contract, with Barca reported to have paid the beleaguered Bianconeri a fee of ‚é¼5 million (£3.5 million).

Thuram - who hung up his international boots after France's World Cup final defeat to Italy - has hailed his switch to Catalonia as a dream move.

"I am very pleased," the 34-year-old told the club's official website.

"To play at this club is the best thing that could happen to a footballer."

Thuram's versatility will prove a major asset to Barca, with the right back turned centre half having enjoyed a distinguished career.

The former Monaco and Parma player won four league titles at Juve, and will also be joined at Camp Nou by fellow Old Lady favourite, Gianluca Zambrotta.