Robbie Keane has officially left Tottenham Hotspur and joined the Los Angeles Galaxy on a two-year contract reportedly worth £3.5 million.
The Republic of Ireland striker had been in discussions with the MLS club after it became clear that he was surplus to requirements at White Hart Lane.
"I am delighted, honored and very excited to be joining the LA Galaxy," Keane told Galaxy's website.
"I have always wanted to come and play in MLS so it's the perfect combination for me and a dream come true.
"Also when David Beckham came and trained at Spurs recently he couldn't speak highly enough about the Galaxy, their fans and the league in general, so I can't wait to get over and get started."
He added: "I am fit, fresh and ready to go. I've come here to score goals and help this team achieve their goals.
"This is a massive opportunity for me in my career. I aim to grab it with both hands and hopefully help give the Galaxy fans what they want."
As the Galaxy currently have three designated players, the club will have to make a change prior to their adding Keane to the roster.
The Galaxy have Beckham, Landon Donovan and Juan Pablo Ángel but the latter is thought to be negotiating a release.
"Robbie Keane will be a great addition to our club," Galaxy coach Bruce Arena added.
"I have followed his career and have always respected his ability as a competitor and a goalscorer.
"I believe that he brings qualities in and around the penalty area that we have been lacking.
"Hopefully, he will be another piece of the puzzle in our quest for the Supporters' Shield and an MLS Cup championship as well as to advance to the next round of the CONCACAF Champions League."
The 31-year-old is likely to make his debut on Saturday against San Jose Earthquakes.
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The Republic of Ireland striker had been in discussions with the MLS club after it became clear that he was surplus to requirements at White Hart Lane.
"I am delighted, honored and very excited to be joining the LA Galaxy," Keane told Galaxy's website.
"I have always wanted to come and play in MLS so it's the perfect combination for me and a dream come true.
"Also when David Beckham came and trained at Spurs recently he couldn't speak highly enough about the Galaxy, their fans and the league in general, so I can't wait to get over and get started."
He added: "I am fit, fresh and ready to go. I've come here to score goals and help this team achieve their goals.
"This is a massive opportunity for me in my career. I aim to grab it with both hands and hopefully help give the Galaxy fans what they want."
As the Galaxy currently have three designated players, the club will have to make a change prior to their adding Keane to the roster.
The Galaxy have Beckham, Landon Donovan and Juan Pablo Ángel but the latter is thought to be negotiating a release.
"Robbie Keane will be a great addition to our club," Galaxy coach Bruce Arena added.
"I have followed his career and have always respected his ability as a competitor and a goalscorer.
"I believe that he brings qualities in and around the penalty area that we have been lacking.
"Hopefully, he will be another piece of the puzzle in our quest for the Supporters' Shield and an MLS Cup championship as well as to advance to the next round of the CONCACAF Champions League."
The 31-year-old is likely to make his debut on Saturday against San Jose Earthquakes.
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