Thomas Geyer back at VfR Aalen: A comeback with big goals!

Thomas Geyer back at VfR Aalen: A comeback with big goals!

Thomas Geyer returns to VfR Aalen

After an eventful career, 34-year-old defender Thomas Geyer has returned to VfR Aalen. The player, who was active at the club from 2016 to 2019 and played over 100 competitive games there, recently signed a contract and is making a comeback just in time for the start of training for the new 2025/26 league season. According to Schwäbische Post, Geyer sees his move as optimal - both because of the sporting challenge and in terms of the opportunity to work in the office.

Geyer, who continued his football career at SSV Ulm 1846, where he took on the role of a regular player after VfR Aalen was relegated in 2019, brings a wealth of experience with him. In total, he played 328 games in the 3rd league, regional league and 2nd Bundesliga in his career and even played for the U-20 national team of Germany (Wikipedia)). His return is seen as a signal of stability and sporting standards, especially since VfR Aalen wants to plan the new season with a mix of young talents and experienced players, as FuPa reports.

An intense start

Immediately after his move, Geyer played in the first friendly against his former club, SSV Ulm. He describes the week after his move as intense and interesting. “The new team integrated me well and I already knew a few players,” reveals Geyer. He particularly emphasizes the new coaching staff, whose communicative style made it easier to get used to the game.

Although VfR Aalen has to deal with the challenge that the team had to move to Abtsgmünd due to problems with oak processionary moths, the club's infrastructure remains stable. In the friendly, the performance in the first half was promising; However, there were some lapses in concentration in the second half that need to be addressed.

Goals for the season

Thomas Geyer has set clear goals for the coming season. “I'm aiming for promotion to the next league,” he explains, emphasizing the importance of hard work and concentration for success. The sporting goal of forming a strong team is supported by Geyer's experiences and his role as vice-captain in the 2018/19 season.

With Geyer, VfR Aalen has gained an experienced player who could not only provide stability on the pitch, but also provide valuable impetus off the pitch. Fans can look forward to seeing how things develop and whether Geyer can use his expertise to bring about a real departure in the new season.