German central midfielder Eric Martel, 24, will join FSV Mainz 05 on a free transfer, as a full agreement has been reached because his contract at 1. FC Köln was not extended. Kölner Stadtanzeiger reports that his medical is scheduled for today. He will sign a contract until 2029, according to information from @berger_pj and @SkySportDE. Martel, who joined Köln in July 2022, has 30 caps and three goals for Germany's U21 national team. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €8.00m. He had also been linked with other clubs, including RB Leipzig and SC Freiburg.