Dortmund Make Up For Fullkrug Loss With Max Beier Signing From Hoffenheim
Borussia Dortmund have strengthened their attacking ranks ahead of the new season with the signing of Maximilian Beier from Hoffenheim.
Beier has agreed a five-year contract at the Signal Iduna Park in a deal worth €30m.
The 21-year-old finished fifth in the goalscoring rankings in Bundesliga last season with 16 goals.
Beier is coming in as a long-term replacement for Niclas Fullkrug, who has joined West Ham United.
"Maxi was our absolute dream player after the departure of Niclas Fullkrug," Borussia Dortmund's Sporting Director Sebastian Kehl said.
"Despite his young age, he is already very composed on the pitch and impresses with his pace, his willingness to run and his goal threat.
"In addition, he can be used in different positions and in different systems. His development is certainly not over yet and we will help him to become even better.
"He's a down-to-earth guy who is willing to learn and whose hard work and commitment make him an excellent fit for BVB."
Beier has won two caps for the German national team.
