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Freier leaves Leverkusen

Paul Freier returns to VfL Bochum for the 2008/09 season.

The 28-year-old midfielder makes the move from Bayer 04 Leverkusen and signs a five-year contract valid for both professional leagues.

Freier has played 192 Bundesliga matches (26 goals) so far, 81 of them for VfL. He has also won 19 caps for Germany.

"I'm absolutely delighted to return to VfL. I have never left Bochum completely, my family and I have always lived here. VfL are my home club where I've had my best time as a footballer. I hope that we can celebrate new success next season", Freier said.

"Paul Freier has a special affinity for VfL. His sporting qualities are undisputed so that he'll definitely help us", VfL coach Marcel Koller commented.

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