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Eric Dier has attracted the attention of Bayern Munich, writes Neil Moxley in the Sunday People.

Tottenham’s defensive midfielder has been arguably the pick of Roy Hodgson’s players during the European Championship – prompting enquiries from the German giants.

Backroom staff at the five-time European Cup winners have been making background checks on the England international during the last few days.

Several contacts within the Premier League have been asked for further details on the player’s character as the German club builds up a dossier on the versatile 22-year-old.

In pictures – Dier and England colleagues ahead of Iceland test:

Dier’s performances so far have seen him emerge as one of the players to watch, capped by his free-kick goal against Russia in the opening game of Group B.

However, with Spurs tying the former Sporting Lisbon player to a five-year deal only last season, any move would come at a significant cost for the Bavarians .