BERLIN, April 23 (Xinhua) -- German soccer league giant Bayern Munich on Tuesday confirmed that Mario Gotze will join the club in July.

Bayern are prepared to meet the Germany attacking midfielder's release clause in his contract with Borussia Dortmund. Bayern announced the signing in a statement on their official website.

"Bayern Munich confirm that the club have reached an agreement with national team player Mario Gotze that he will play for Bayern Munich from 1 July 2013. Bayern are prepared to meet the release clause agreed between Borussia Dortmund and Mario Gotze," said Bayern in a statement.