Forlan fills Eto’o boots

DIEGO FORLAN believes his move to Inter Milan has come at the perfect time in his career.

The Uruguay international completed his transfer from Atletico Madrid to the Nerazzurri yesterday after months of speculation, arriving as a replacement for Samuel Eto’o, who joined Russian outfit Anzhi Makhachkala last week.

The 32-year-old former Manchester United striker has signed a two-year contract with the Serie A giants after seven years in Spain.

“This is an important moment,” said Forlan on the club’s website. “I have arrived to join a great team. I am mature and I have the right experience. To be here now is beautiful.”

Elsewhere, Atletico Madrid have signed playmaker Diego on loan from Wolfsburg.

The 26-year-old Brazil international started his career with Santos before moving to Europe in 2004.

Atletico also confirmed Brazil midfielder Elias Mendes has left to join Sporting Lisbon for €9m.