Marco Reus has signed an extension with Borussia Dortmund through 2019 that removes his release clause.

Reus could previously be acquired this summer for just €25 million with Real Madrid and Barcelona linked to a bid.

Reus said on Facebook that he had made the decision to stay with his hometown club after listening to his heart.

He wrote: "I am very much looking forward to the future at BVB with our outstanding fans backing us. My heart has decided. Let's get it started. We want to achieve a lot of things. Not only this season."

In an interview with Ruhr Nachrichten, Reus added: "When I signed for Dortmund, I said that I want to achieve great things with the club. I have the feeling that it's not over yet, especially given our difficult situation right now.

"I stand by my words. You win and you lose together. It's also a decision for life. That's why it took me so long to decide."