Arsenal attacker Lukas Podolski is delighted former club FC Cologne are back in the Bundesliga.
Podolski says the club "owns his heart".
"We need to establish in the Bundesliga and permanently stay in the top. Because this club and this city are simply the best in the German league," Podolski wrote in an open letter in BILD.
"Not to mention the fans - as good a mood and atmosphere as in Cologne, I have never experienced in all my international matches and Champions League appearances.
"When I was finally back on the ground, I felt the typical Cologne euphoria, joy, and the hunger of the people for the Bundesliga. We all want to see FC there permanently.
"My attitude towards the club has never changed since the youth. It is the club that owns my whole heart. And I wish coaching staff, team, club and especially the fans good luck and to have a big season."
