Goalkeeper Christian Fiedler has extended his contract with Bundesliga club Hertha BSC Berlin for one more year until summer 2010, after which he will join the coaching staff on a three-year deal.
Now No2 behind Jaroslav Drobný, the 33-year-old has been with the German outfit since 1990.
Austria Wien secure midfield duo
Jocelyn Blanchard and Joachim Standfest have committed to FK Austria Wien, signing one-year extensions to expiring contracts.
Club captain Blanchard, 35, agreed a deal after making 31 Bundesliga appearances this term, three fewer than 27-year-old Standfest, on whom Austira activated an option.