The football club SC Freiburg has announced the signing of Swiss international defender Thomas Riedel on a new contract. The deal is expected to see Riedel continue his role as one of the club's top defenders and strengthen its defensive core position.

Riedel joined SC Freiburg from FC Basel in the summer of 2019, after spending two seasons with the Swiss national team. He made his debut for the club against Austria at the St. Jakob-Park in June 2018 and quickly established himself as a key player in the defense.

After impressing in the Swiss domestic league, Riedel was called up to the senior national team squad for the first time in September 2019. He made his international debut against Italy in November 2019 and has since become one of the most important players in the club's backline.

Riedel has already played a key role in securing the team's place in the UEFA Champions League group stage this season, making five appearances and scoring once. His experience and technical skills have been crucial in helping the club reach their current level of success.

With Riedel joining the club on a new contract, it will give the club a solid foundation for its future development. The team will be looking to build on Riedel's performances and develop him further into a key member of the defensive line.

In addition to Riedel, SC Freiburg also signed defender Lucas Kühn on a new contract. The duo of Riedel and Kühn will help bolster the team's defensive capabilities and provide added depth to the squad. Both players have proven themselves as valuable assets in the past, and their signings should help the club improve its overall performance.