Eric Martel
KOE
CM (CB)
Box-to-Box
Apr 29, 2002 (24)
Right
6'2"
179 lb
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2025/2026 Bundesliga
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2025/2026 Bundesliga
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Knee ligament injury confirmed
Martel has sustained an inner ligament injury in his right knee from Wednesday's friendly against Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai and will be unavailable for the coming weeks, according to the club.
Analysis: Martel was forced off in just the sixth minute of the match after getting his right leg caught in the turf during a lunging challenge inside the box, a rough start to his time at Mainz following his summer move from Koln. He was a regular starter for Koln last season, contributing two goals and two assists across 31 appearances, and this injury now threatens to delay his integration with his new club as he begins his recovery.
Moves 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.
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