Berlin June 12 (IANS) Midfielder Vincenzo Grifo has transfered from SC Freiburg to league rivals TSG 1899 Hoffenheim with immediate effect both Bundesliga clubs have announced.
The 25-year-old attacking midfielder rejoined his former club Hoffenheim where he played from 2012 to 2014 after inking a deal until June 2022 reports Xinhua news agency.
"You do not need to say much more about Vincenzo s outstanding technical qualities. I am convinced that he as a versatile attacking specialist and reliable assist giver will bring important components into our squad " Hoffenheim s sporting director Alexander Rosen said on Monday.
Grifo played since 2015 for Freiburg where he provided 20 goals in 61 competitive outings.
"It feels a bit like coming home. The club has strongly developed since my departure. We are having an exciting year ahead of us with a special challenge. I am looking forward to theses tasks. I would like to fully contribute my strengths " Grifo said.
Hoffenheim clinched the third place in the past Bundesliga season and booked a berth in next season s Champions League group stage.

--IANS ajb/