Bayern Munich sports chief Hasan Salihamidzic has welcomed the arrival of Philippe Coutinho.

The Barcelona midfielder has signed for Bayern initially on-loan.

Coutinho moves to Bayern for €8.5m on a 12 month temporary deal, with a permanent option worth €120m.

Salihamidzic said, "During negotiations with FC Barcelona, Philippe Coutinho made it very clear that he wanted to join Bayern Munich.

"He is a world-class player with very good qualities and offers different possibilities on the offensive side."