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Real Madrid sign striker Joselu on loan from Espanyol

Real Madrid have signed Spain international Joselu on a season-long loan from Espanyol, with an option to buy at the end of the season.

Joselu, 33, was La Liga's third-highest scorer last season, with 16 goals, despite his side being relegated.

The former Stoke City and Newcastle United forward also scored in Spain's winning Nations League campaign.

His signing follows the departure of Real striker Karim Benzema who joined Saudi Arabia club Al-Ittihad.

Real are looking to fill the void left by the Ballon d'Or-winning French forward, who was their second-highest scorer of all time.