Juventus sign Higuain for 90 million euros


Jun 21, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Argentina forward Gonzalo Higuain (9) celebrates after scoring a goal past United States goalkeeper Brad Guzan (1) during the second half in the semifinals of the 2016 Copa America Centenario soccer tournament at NRG Stadium. Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports/Files

ROME (Reuters) - Juventus have signed Argentina striker Gonzalo Higuain from Napoli for 90 million euros (75.25 million pounds), the third highest transfer fee ever paid.

"I can confirm that the contract has been deposited with the League and the deal has been done," Napoli spokesman Nicola Lombardi told Reuters on Tuesday, adding that the fee will be paid in two installments.

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