Borussia Dortmund have completed the signing of Werder Bremen player Delaney for an undisclosed fee. The 26-year old midfielder penned a four-year contract with the German club after a deal in the region of €20million was reportedly agreed between the clubs. The Denmark international who had earlier been linked with a transfer to the Premier League only spent 18 months at Werder Bremen from Copenhagen.
“Borussia Dortmund have always had a top-class experience with Denmark internationals and Thomas Delaney is a physically and mentally strong player. He will enrich our game with his physical presence,” sporting director Michael Zorc told the club’s official website.
Meanwhile, Delaney revealed he turned down approaches from England’s top flight in order to join Dortmund. “It was always a big desire of mine to play in the Premier League, and I had offers,” he said. “But when Borussia Dortmund were mentioned, I didn’t have to think long. For me, BVB are one of the top 10 clubs in Europe and one of the top two in Germany – and the stadium is the best in Europe.” Delaney made 32 appearances in the Bundesliga last season, scoring three goals.