BERLIN, Aug. 16 (Xinhua) -- Brazilian international Luiz Gustavo moved from Bayern to Wolfsburg to sign a contract until 2018, both sides said on Friday.
The 26-year-old midfielder wants to ensure a first team position in view of the World Cup 2014 in Brazil. Besides that he became surplus at Bayern Munich due to the new arrivals such as Mario Goetze and Thiago Alcantara.
Gustavo joined the Bavarians in 2011 to make six goals in 64 matches to lift the historic treble with the German record champions last season.
"I am very happy that I made this decision. It is like a new life for me and I will give everything for Wolfsburg. I am really looking forward to this new challenge. Wolfsburg is a top club with a great concept. In addition, I am happy to stay in Germany," Gustavo said at the official press conference.
The midfielder received the jersey number 22 at his new club to make his first match on Saturday against Schalke.
"Luiz Gustavo has many advantages. He is a strong player and good in the air. There is no question that he will make us better. We want to improve Wolfsburg towards Europe therefore we need player like Gustavo. I am pleased that he joined us now," Wolfsburg coach Dieter Hecking said.