SC Paderborn pursues Pieringer return as clause expires at Heidenheim

SC Paderborn have opened talks to bring striker Marvin Pieringer back from 1. FC Heidenheim, according to reports from Neue Westfälische and , after the €3.5 million exit clause in his contract ran out this summer, leaving his future freely negotiable.

Negotiations and financial context

The exit clause in Marvin Pieringer’s contract, set at €3.5 million and running until 2027, expired in the summer, making a move freely negotiable. The Pieringer‑Rückkehr is now being discussed between SC Paderborn and 1. FC Heidenheim.

Pieringer’s market value is listed at €3 million. The 1.91 m tall right‑footed forward recorded 24 goal involvements in 26 games while on loan from FC Schalke 04 to Paderborn in the 2022/23 season and has amassed 89 Bundesliga appearances.

Heidenheim broke its internal spending record last week by signing Gabriel Vidovic from Dinamo Zagreb for €3 million. The Transfer adds to the club’s recent activity in the market.

During the summer, Heidenheim completed 13 arrivals and 8 departures, resulting in a net positive balance of €600 000. This financial outcome is noted in the club’s transfer summary.

SC Paderborn, promoted to the Bundesliga, will begin their top‑flight campaign next weekend away at FSV Mainz 05. The club’s preparation is highlighted in the upcoming fixture schedule.