Hannover 96 is looking for another attacking alternative, and the club's management is considering German central midfielder and former St. Pauli player Marcel Hartel. The 30-year-old from St. Louis is viewed as a cost-effective option, with club officials also looking into former 96 striker Cedric Teuchert, who is currently without a club. Hartel, a former Germany U21 international, is under contract at St. Louis CITY SC until June 2028 and has a current Transfermarkt market value of €4.00m. In the ongoing Major League Soccer season, he has contributed 5 goals and 3 assists in 15 appearances.