HSV confirm: Meffert given green light for transfer talks! | OneFootball

The transfer of Jonas Meffert to Holstein Kiel is expected to be finalized shortly. As announced by HSV, the midfield engine has been released to hold the necessary talks.

An era of four and a half years at Hamburger SV is coming to an end: Jonas Meffert, one of the central pillars of the club’s recent history, is on the verge of leaving. As a long-time leader and regular defensive midfielder of the promotion team, the 31-year-old has made a name for himself at Volkspark.

However, after the return to the Bundesliga, Meffert’s sporting significance gradually diminished. He lost his starting spot to summer signing Nicolai Remberg, who is a step ahead of him in terms of physicality and athleticism. Remberg thus fits the more defensive playing style chosen for the Bundesliga better than Meffert. As a result, the veteran has made only four appearances so far this season, spending just 144 minutes on the pitch.

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HSV confirms: Meffert on the verge of departure

Despite his reduced role, Meffert actually wanted to stay at HSV and see out his contract, which expires in the summer. However, according to consistent media reports, he changed his mind over the holidays and decided on an immediate transfer to his former club Holstein Kiel. He already played there for three years before moving to Hamburg in the summer of 2021.

According to a report by Bild, the Storks are paying nearly 200,000 euros for his return. In addition, Meffert will receive a “small severance payment” from HSV.

The Red Shorts confirmed on Friday afternoon via their social media channels that Meffert has been “released for talks regarding his future.” The deal could therefore be officially completed in the coming days.

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