Bayern Munich have confirmed that former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola will take over as their manager at the end of the season.
The 41-year-old has signed a three-year contract to June 2016.
Guardiola will replace current boss Jupp Heynckes, who will retire at the end of the season.
He has been on a season-long sabbatical since leaving the Nou Camp in May 2012. after winning 14 trophies - including two Champions League titles.
Bayern chief executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge said: "Pep Guardiola is one of the most successful coaches in the world and we are sure that he can make not just Bayern, but all of German football shine."
The 41-year-old has signed a three-year contract to June 2016.
Guardiola will replace current boss Jupp Heynckes, who will retire at the end of the season.
He has been on a season-long sabbatical since leaving the Nou Camp in May 2012. after winning 14 trophies - including two Champions League titles.
Bayern chief executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge said: "Pep Guardiola is one of the most successful coaches in the world and we are sure that he can make not just Bayern, but all of German football shine."