Franck Ribery has ended all speculation about his future by signing a five-year deal with Bayern Munich.

The France international has attracted plenty of interest from some of the biggest clubs around Europe but has decided to commit himself to the German club who were delighted they could agree a new deal.

"We are very pleased that one of the best players in the world has agreed to a contract extension," said Bayern chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.

"This is also a sign of the great objectives of FC Bayern in the coming years."

Ribery added: "I am very happy that I have decided for a further co-operation with the FC Bayern.

"My family and I are very happy to remain in Munich. The club has become for me a large family."