Mainz extend contract of understudy keeper

Daniel Batz will be part of Mainz 05’s next season adventure after signing a contract extension.

Robin Zentner is playing a big part in Mainz’s Champions League push this season. Meanwhile, reserve goalkeeper Daniel Batz extends his contract at the club until 2026. The 34-year-old is yet to feature this term.

“He’s an absolute role model both humanly and athletically,” said Mainz’s sporting director Niko Bungert about the former 1. FC Saarbrücken shot-stopper. “He gives 100 percent in every training session. We are happy that he will be joining us for another year.”

“I am happy to continue to be part of the 05 family,” reflected Batz after penning a new deal at the club. “There have been ups and downs, but we’ve always mastered everything together. Mainz 05 is a family-oriented club with very close ties to its city; everyone gives a lot to one another.”

Batz deputized for the absence of Zentner in four Bundesliga matches last term. Thanks to a remarkable season under Bo Henriksen, Mainz will most likely feature in European competition next season.