Atletico Madrid have clinched the loan signing of Wolfsburg midfield schemer Diego.

The 26-year-old Brazil international started his career with Santos before moving to Europe with Porto in 2004. He joined Werder Bremen in 2006, then spent the 2009-10 season in Italy with Juventus before returning to Germany with Wolfsburg.

Wolfsburg coach Felix Magath said on his club's website: "I'm convinced that Diego will play a key role in Madrid. I wish him all the best."