Eric Martel joins 1. FSV Mainz 05

Eric Martel has completed a move from 1. FC Köln to 1. FSV Mainz 05. The 24-year-old has primarily been utilised in defensive midfield, but is also able to play at centre-back. 

The former captain of the Germany U21s, Martel also brings the experience of 90 Bundesliga, 31 second-division and several UEFA Conference League and DFB-Pokal games with him to the Bruchweg. He has also featured more than 50 times for FK Austria Vienna in the Austrian Bundesliga and the Austrian Cup, in addition to several appearances for Germany at youth level.  

"Looking forward to a new challenge here in mainz"

Niko Bungert, FSV sporting director: “Eric is a player who brings a lot of Bundesliga experience to the table and has been able to showcase his qualities for several years already. At the same time, he’s also still got room to develop and is highly-motivated to continue improving. We’re delighted to have convinced him to do that here in Mainz. Eric covers a lot of ground and is strong in the tackle, and will also be a great presence within our dressing room.”

Eric Martel sagt: “I’m really looking forward to a new challenge here in Mainz. Meeting with Urs Fischer and Niko Bungert convinced me that this is the right place for me to take the next step in. I’m looking forward to the new season, to the team, the city and the fans, and can hardly wait to get started in July.”