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Arturo Vidal Explains Why He Joined Pep Guardiola's Bayern Munich

Arturo Vidal Explains Why He Joined Pep Guardiola's Bayern Munich

New Bayern Munich signing, Arturo Vidal, who was also linked with Arsenal and Real Madrid, has explained why he joined Pep Guardiola's Bayern Munich.

Read: Official: Bayern Complete Vidal Signing

The 28-year-old was unveiled on Tuesday after completing his transfer from Juventus to the German giants for an undisclosed fee - believed to be around €37 million.

"A dream's come true for me today," he told Bayern's official website.

"I've played professionally for a few years now, but today is the perfect moment to be joining a huge club like FC Bayern.

"I wanted to take another big step forward in my career

"I want to keep developing as a player and win important trophies like the Champions League. I think the best opportunity to do so is with Bayern."

Vidal returns to the Bundesliga after making his name at Bayer Leverkusen between 2007 and 2011. The Chile star made 144 appearances for Leverkusen, scoring 21 goals and assisting a further 23 before joining Juventus.

"I'm thrilled about playing in the Bundesliga again and obviously hope to win it this time," he added.

"I didn't manage it with Leverkusen back then, but with Bayern there's a very, very good chance."

In Italy, Vidal won four Serie A titles, two Supercoppa Italia's and one Coppa Italia with Juventus - also reached the Champions League final last season.

Read: Pep Chasing African Barca Starlet

Arsenal and Real Madrid reportedly dropped their interest in the player after Vidal's drunk driving incident during the Copa America.

Do you think Vidal is a great signing for Bayern Munich? Have your say in the comments section below.

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