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Borussia Dortmund sign Tottenham target Jeremy Toljan and hand right-back a five-year contract

Borussia Dortmund have signed Hoffenheim's highly-rated right-back Jeremy Toljan, who Tottenham eyed as a potential addition.

The 23-year-old, a member of Germany's victorious European Under-21 Championship team this summer, has signed a five-year contract.

'He is a player with huge potential,' Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc said on the club's website.

Jeremy Toljan (right) has joined Borussia Dortmund from Hoffenheim, penning a five-year deal
Jeremy Toljan (right) has joined Borussia Dortmund from Hoffenheim, penning a five-year deal

Jeremy can slot in on both the left and right of defence,' he added.

'He was one of the cornerstones of the side that secured the title for Germany at the U21 European Championship this summer.