BREAKING NEWS: Dortmund complete permanent Alcacer deal

Paco Alcacer celebrates against Bayern Munich

Borussia Dortmund have activated their option to permanently sign prolific striker Paco Alcacer from Barcelona on a contract running until June 2023.

Spain striker Alcacer has exceeded expectations since arriving on loan in August, with his sparkling form convincing the Bundesliga leaders to pay the €23million required to purchase him outright.

The 25-year-old, little more than a fringe option at Camp Nou, has revived his top-level career with nine goals in all competitions this term.

His haul included the winner in the 3-2 victory over Bayern Munich in Der Klassiker that took Lucien Favre's side seven points clear of the champions.

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"I am very happy in Dortmund, at BVB and in this wonderful team," Alcacer said.

"Borussia Dortmund was and is exactly the right decision for me. I will do everything I can to say thank you for your trust."