Bayern Munich have announced the signing of Sebastian Rode from Eintracht Frankfurt on a four-year deal.

"I'm very pleased that this transfer has worked out," he told Bayern's official website. 

"Bayern is the next big step for me. I want to develop here and win a load of titles with my future team-mates."

"Sebastian Rode is an excellent professional, he embodies the highest level of professionalism and dynamism," added sporting director Matthias Sammer.

Rode is a 23-year-old defensive midfielder.