The former Hamburg midfielder joined league rivals Mainz to remain in the Bundesliga, the "Nuellfuenfer" confirmed in an official statement on Saturday.

Beister had just voided his contract with Hamburg following an injury-riddled six-year spell and was as a free agent on the transfer market. Thus Mainz agreed on a three-year deal with Maximilian Beister after yesterday's departure of striker Shinji Okazaki to Premier League outfit Leicester City.

"Maximilian Beister's style of play fits perfectly to Mainz. We have not signed him as a replacement for Shinji Okazaki. Maximilian Beister plays for several years in Germany's highest division, we are aware of his qualities for a long time," Mainz' sporting director Christian Heidel said.

Due to a ligament rupture and meniscus injury Beister was only able to provide eight goals and six assists in 44 appearances for the "HSV".

"I am delighted about the chance to prove myself in Mainz. I had very good talks with those responsible. I hope to contribute to the club success with good performances," the new arrival said.

Mainz completed the last Bundesliga season on the 11th place of the standings. They encounter newly promoted Ingolstadt for their opener of the Bundesliga campaign 2015-2016 on August 15. Endi

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