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Marco Richter Joins SV Darmstadt 98 on Season-Long Loan from Mainz 05

Secured after fending off foreign interest, the midfielder is expected to slot into Darmstadt’s engine room for the season opener.

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Nach Darmstadt ausgeliehen: Marco Richter

Overview

  • The 27-year-old midfielder has joined SV Darmstadt 98 on loan from Mainz 05, where he remains under contract until 2027.
  • Mainz sporting director Niko Bungert said the move aims to secure Richter substantial playing time and a productive campaign in the 2. Bundesliga.
  • Darmstadt’s sporting chief Paul Fernie hailed Richter as a creative and technically adept playmaker who fits the club’s offensive philosophy.
  • The loan deal was finalized on July 31 after Darmstadt outbid two foreign suitors, including Croatia’s Hajduk Split.
  • He made 28 appearances for Hamburger SV last season with one goal and two assists, and after overcoming testicular cancer without chemotherapy, he is set to start the season opener.