Eric Martel
KOEGermany
Right
Apr 29, 2002
24
6'2"
179 lb
CM
CB
Box-to-Box
FC KölnMoves to Mainz
Martel has completed a transfer to Mainz from Koln, according to his new club.
Analysis: Martel is on the move this offseason but won't go far, transferring to Mainz in a move from one German club to another. This comes after the midfielder was a regular starter for Koln during the 2025/26 campaign in their return to the Bundesliga, starting in 30 of his 31 appearances. He would also score two goals and two assists, showing some decent value at only age 24. This will add another contender to a decently young Mainz midfield, giving them a bit more depth and versatility in the middle of the pitch.
Active on both sides of ball
Martel took two off target shots, blocked two shots and made three tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 5-1 loss to Bayern.
Analysis: Martel was active on both sides of the ball leading Koln in shots, blocks and tackles during the lopsided defeat. The midfielder ends the year with four goal involvements, 46 tackles and 124 clearances while making 31 league appearances.
Back from ban
Martel is no longer suspended and is an option for the club moving forward.
Analysis: Martel is rejoining his team for the final match day, as the midfielder has served his one-match ban. He has been a starter in the midfield for the entire season and should return to that spot for the finale, scoring two goals and two assists in 30 appearances (29 starts).
Will miss Heidenheim game
Martel picked up his tenth yellow card of the season against Union Berlin and will be suspended for the upcoming Bundesliga match against Heidenheim.
Analysis: Martel is unavailable for the upcoming Bundesliga match against Heidenheim due to suspension after picking up his tenth yellow card of the season against Union Berlin. The midfielder is an undisputed starter for his side, with two goals and two assists in 30 Bundesliga appearances this season, while Jakub Kamiński is expected to start in midfield in his absence.
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