Real Madrid could announce today the signing of Valencia defender Raul Albiol.

AS says an agreement has already been struck, but the two clubs were holding off from announcing the deal so the player could focus on Spain's Confederations Cup tilt.

With the Spanish dumped out last night by the USA, Real can confirm Albiol's arrival.

The Spain defender will move to Madrid for £12 million and has agreed personal terms over a five-year deal worth £1..7 million-a-season. His buyout clause will be £65 million.