Sergio Ramos has returned to Sevilla, his home-town club, after 18 years away.

What happened?

The 37-year-old former Spain defender signed a one-year contract with Sevilla on Monday.

He passed the traditional medical before putting pen to paper.

Why it matters for Sergio Ramos

Ramos left Sevilla at 19 to join Real Madrid for a then record fee for a Spanish defender.

He won La Liga five times and the Champions League four times in 16 seasons at the Bernabeu.

What comes next?

Sevilla sit bottom of La Liga without a point after three matches, but have qualified for the Champions League group stage.

They start their campaign on September 20.

Ramos turned down a lucrative offer from Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia to return to Sevilla.

"I was eager to return home," Ramos said.

He played 180 games for Spain, scoring 23 goals, and was part of the team that won the European Championship twice and the 2010 World Cup.

Ramos had been without a club since his contract with Paris Saint-Germain ran out in June.

He told the media it's a very special day, returning home is always a tremendous joy.

Ramos is happy to return and try to contribute as soon as possible.

The player's return to Sevilla is a significant boost to the team.

Sevilla will be looking to turn their season around with Ramos on board.

The experienced defender will bring leadership and expertise to the team.

Ramos's return to Sevilla is an exciting development for the club and its fans.

The 37-year-old will be looking to make an impact in La Liga and the Champions League.

Sevilla's Champions League campaign starts on September 20, and Ramos will be eager to play a part.

The team's fans will be hoping Ramos can help them climb the La Liga table.

Ramos's experience and skill will be invaluable to Sevilla as they look to turn their season around.