The new deal will keep Di Maria at the Santiago Bernabeu until the summer of 2018.

The 24-year-old told the club's official website: "I am completing a dream I had as a child.

"I am very happy here and the extension of the contract gives me the chance to continue at Real Madrid for many years and to keep improving.

"When I arrived they said it wouldn't be easy to win over the Bernabeu, but thanks to God and with the work and sacrifice I have put in every day and in every match I have won this affection. I feel very supported and loved by the club and the fans."

"I have changed a lot in all ways since I arrived here," he added. "From a football perspective I have improved a lot thanks to Mourinho.

"He asked the club to bring me here when I was at the World Cup and things weren't going well so a huge part of what I am doing in this moment is thanks to him.

"Hopefully I can continue learning every day. I am still young and I think I can learn a lot here and gain experience."