Bayern Munich defender Eric Dier has enjoyed playing for coach Thomas Tuchel this season.

Dier has revived his career after joining Bayern in January from Tottenham.

He said: "He is a fantastic person.

"He was a very good manager in the Premier League, and he is also a good manager here. I think he is very genuine.

"What you see is what you get, and I appreciate that in a coach. I am extremely grateful that he took me to this great club and gave me this opportunity."

However, it has been a tough couple of years for Dier, who had struggled for minutes at Spurs.

"I have always believed in myself, and I have always believed that I should play at this level.

"I am in the position I am in now because I have always believed in myself. I think I have shown my mental strength."