According to Bild, there is uncertainty about the future of German defensive midfielder Eric Martel, 24, who is a backup candidate for RB Leipzig. The player joined 1. FC Köln in July 2022 and has officially announced he will leave the club on a free transfer after rejecting a final contract offer. It is reported that Wolfsburg and Freiburg have also shown interest. Martel is said to be open to a move abroad, and clubs such as Beşiktaş, Celtic and Fiorentina have also been linked with him. The Germany U21 international has 30 caps and 3 goals. His current market value on Transfermarkt is €8.00m.