On Wednesday afternoon, French club Paris Saint-Germain confirmed the arrival of Kevin Trapp, on a contract through 2020. The fee remained undisclosed, but is believed to be 9 million euros.

"This is a wonderful birthday present. I can sign a contract with one of the biggest teams in the world," said Trapp to Frankfurt radio station, FFH. "New players have to break the ice by singing a song. I have one prepared... 'Atemlos' by Helene Fischer - so that a German song is known, if it isn't already," added Trapp, who will apparently earn five million euros a year with his new deal.

"In my opinion, Kevin is one of the best goalkeepers in the world. He has huge potential," said PSG head coach Laurent Blanc, who hinted Trapp will be the new number one after saying Trapp would feature in both the French Super Cup and the opening game of the season.

Trapp, who turns 25 on July 8, agreed personal terms with PSG on a deal until 2020. Seen by many as a possible long-term replacement for Manuel Neuer on the national level, Trapp's contract at Frankfurt was intended to run through 2019.

It's unclear whether Trapp will been the number one at the club, at least initially. At present, Italy national keeper Salvatore Sirigu is still first choice at PSG but according to French sports magazine L'Equipe, the 28-year-old is rumoured to be looking for a club back in Italy.

Trapp began his career with Kaiserslautern before moving to Eintracht in 2012. He has played 114 games in the Bundesliga and has Germany international caps at various youth levels.

glb/jh (SID, dpa)