Union Berlin re-sign centre-back from Gladbach
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1. FC Union Berlin have confirmed the signing of Marvin Friedrich on a free transfer.
The 30-year-old centre-back, who previously played for Union between January 2018 and January 2022, returns to the capital club as a free agent, with his Borussia Mönchengladbach contract set to expire at the end of the month.
"Returning to Union feels like coming home to me,” said Friedrich after completing his move back to Berlin.
“I developed enormously here, both as a player and as a person, and experienced some of the finest moments of my career. The club, the fans and the city have always held a special place in my heart."
"I feel that something special is continuing to take shape here, and I want to play my part in that. That’s why I’m really looking forward to playing at the Alte Försterei again and taking on responsibility.”
Union Berlin director of men’s professional football Horst Heldt commented:
"Marvin knows the club, the people and Union’s values inside out. He has already proven here that he can fulfil a leadership role both on and off the pitch. With his experience, his mentality and his presence, he will immediately bring stability to the team.
"He also brings a strong sense of identification with the club, which is of great importance to us. We are delighted that Marvin has chosen Union once again.”
