About Eric Martel
Born 2002. Eric Martel is a German association football player.
Eric Martel (born 29 April 2002) is a German professional footballer who plays as a centre-back and defensive midfielder for club Mainz 05.
Career Martel made his professional debut for RB Leipzig in the second round of the 2020–21 DFB-Pokal on 22 December 2020, coming on as a substitute in the 88th minute for Dayot Upamecano against Bundesliga side FC Augsburg. The away match finished as a 3–0 win.
On 24 June 2022, it was announced that Martel would transfer to 1. FC Köln, where he signed a four-year deal.
On 19 May 2026, Martel signed with Mainz 05.
Career statistics
Honours 1.FC Koln 2. Bundesliga: 2024–25
Germany U21 UEFA European Under-21 Championship runner-up: 2025
Individual UEFA European Under-21 Championship Team of the Tournament: 2025
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Eric Martel?
German association football player
When was Eric Martel born?
Eric Martel was born on 29 April 2002 in Straubing.
What is Eric Martel's occupation?
Eric Martel is an association football player.
What nationality is Eric Martel?
Eric Martel is German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Eric Martel. https://biography.guide/eric-martel/
MLA: "Eric Martel." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/eric-martel/.
Chicago: "Eric Martel." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/eric-martel/.
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