Attacking midfielder known for his ball handling and speed. He joined Borussia Dortmund in 2012 after spending three seasons with Borussia Monchengladbach.
Before Fame
He began his youth career with his hometown club Post SV Dortmund in 1994.
Trivia
He debuted with the German national team in 2011 and in 2012, he was named Footballer of the Year in Germany.
Family Life
He was raised with two older sisters. He is married to Scarlett Gartmann.
Associated With
He was teammates with midfielder Mario Gotze on the German national team.
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