"We've also reached agreement with Bayern," Hannover director of sports Christian Hochstaetter said on Thurday.

Bayern manager Uli Hoeness and Hochstaetter confirmed he signed a contract until 2010 for an undisclosed fee.

The 32-year old defender joined Bayern Munich in 2005 and won two titles with the Bavarian giants.

But he was captured by injuries and lost his place in the start-studded squad.