Premier League champions Manchester United announced on Tuesday that they have bought Belgium international midfielder Marouane Fellaini from Everton, with the Merseyside club putting the fee at £27.5 million.
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The deal for the 25-year-old was announced on the United website three hours after the close-season transfer window ended.
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"Manchester United is delighted to announce the signing of Belgian midfielder Marouane Fellaini from Everton," said the statement.
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Manager David Moyes added: "I have worked with Marouane for five years and I'm delighted he has decided to join Manchester United. He is a player with great ability and strength and I think he will make a real difference to our squad."
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Fellaini said he was "thrilled" with the move and that he "jumped at the chance" to renew his relationship with former Everton boss Moyes.
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"I had a fantastic time at Everton and I'd like to thank all the fans and staff there for everything they have done for me," added the midfielder.
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"But being a Manchester United player is something that every player dreams of and I believe that I can make a real contribution to the team's efforts to win trophies in the future."
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Everton's website broke the news two hours before United's confirmation.
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"Marouane Fellaini has moved to Manchester United for a £27.5 million fee," Everton said in a statement.
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"Fellaini's exit ended a summer-long period of speculation after the Belgium international emerged as one of former Everton manager David Moyes' prime targets for his new club."