Real Madrid full-back Roberto Carlos has agreed to join Turkish champions Fenerbahce.

The 34-year-old Brazilian announced in March he would leave the Bernabeu when his contract expires at the end of the Primera Liga season, and has now accepted a new challenge in Istanbul.

In a telephone interview with FBTV, published on Fenerbahce's official website, Roberto Carlos said: "I'm very happy to be a Fenerbahce player next season."

Speaking in Turkish, he added: "Fenerbahce, the greatest! Fenerbahce, the champions!"

Fener vice-president Murat Ozaydinli was delighted with the news.

He said: "We have transferred a player that conforms to the traditions of Fenerbahce.

"Everyone must thank president Aziz Yildirim. How great it is that today we don't have too much difficulty in signing players of legendary status."

The player's agent, Dino Pasalic, claimed his client had wanted to secure the move last season but first had to see out his contract in the Spanish capital.

"He made a promise to Fenerbahce last year and Carlos always keeps his promises," said Pasalic.

Carlos has spent 11 largely successful years with Real, winning three Primera Liga titles and three Champions League crowns.

Fabio Capello's side are just two wins away from winning the 2006/2007 domestic title, level on points with Barcelona at the summit and with a superior head-to-head record.