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Official: Leverkusen unveil Facundo Medina as latest signing | Photo: Michael Steele/Getty Images. | Bayer Leverkusen's rearguard has been handed a boost after they announced the signing of Facundo Medina this evening. The 27-year-old Argentinian joins the Bundesliga club from Olympique Marseille and has signed a contract with Bayer until 2031. Despite the fee being kept confidential by both clubs, sources at FussballTransfers.com believe Medina cost around €25million. Of that sum, €23million is paid immediately as a base amount, with a further €2million to follow as possible bonuses. An agreement between the clubs was subsequently recently reached and Leverkusen have announced the completion of the deal. “With Facundo Medina, we have signed a very experienced professional," said B04 sporting director Simon Rolfes. "He will immediately be a pillar of support for our team thanks to his class and strong mentality. He is a strong tackler: assertive and aggressive. “Facundo's qualities add an important element to our squad. We are delighted to have him in our ranks,” Rolfes added.