- FC Union Berlin are in advanced talks to sign Swiss international defender Eray Cömert from Valencia CF on a free transfer this summer, according to reports from Bild and Radio Marca. The 26-year-old centre-back is out of contract with the La Liga club at the end of the season, making him available without a fee as Union look to rebuild their defensive line.
The move comes at a crucial time for Union Berlin, who are set to lose two key central defenders when Danilho Doekhi and Diogo Leite depart upon the expiry of their contracts. This has created an urgent need for reinforcements at the back for the Bundesliga club, who have already been linked with a move for Borussia Mönchengladbach's Marvin Friedrich. Securing Cömert would represent a significant step in addressing that defensive exodus.
Cömert has spent the last three and a half seasons with Valencia, having joined the club from FC Basel in January 2021. During the current campaign, he has made 18 appearances across all competitions, scoring two goals. His experience in one of Europe's top leagues and his status as a full Swiss international, with 13 caps to his name, add valuable pedigree to Union's squad as they plan for the future.
For Cömert, a move to the Bundesliga offers a fresh challenge and the opportunity for regular first-team football in a competitive environment. For Union Berlin, the financial logic of securing an established defender without a transfer fee is clear, allowing the club to allocate resources elsewhere in the squad. The potential signing fits the club's model of identifying cost-effective, proven talent.
If completed, the transfer would mark Union's second major defensive acquisition of the summer window as they aim to consolidate their Bundesliga status. The club will hope Cömert can quickly adapt to German football and help form a new-look defensive unit for the challenges ahead.
