Stuttgart's Terrode rejoins Cologne

Stuttgart's Simon Terrode joins his former club Cologne with immediate effect, both sides confirmed in official statements.

Cologne wrapped up their first winter signing as striker Terodde penned a deal until June 2021. The new arrival received the jersey number 9, reports Xinhua news agency.

"Simon Terodde is a physically strong striker who has proven his finishing qualities over the years. He is a really good guy and has a very good goal rate," Cologne's sporting director Armin Veh said.

The 29-year-old striker has large shares on Stuttgart's promotion as he provided seven assists and 27 goals in 47 competitive appearances.

"I had two very nice years in Cologne and I am very happy to return. Here I took my first steps in professional football. Of course we have a tough task ahead of us but we will try our best to maintain the top-flight status," Terodde said.

Cologne sit currently in the Bundesliga bottom with 11 points to safety. However, the "Billy Goats" have 17 games to turn things around.

--IANS

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