Darmstadt 98 signs new stars for the offense. After the Lilien said goodbye to eight players at the end of the 2025/26 season, two new talents are now on the pitch. The latest addition to the Lilien is 19-year-old Nicolas Verkooijen, according to official Sky News. The Belgian midfielder comes from PSV, after he rejected a contract extension. The medical check is scheduled to take place in the coming week, which allowed the Darmstadt club to win the transfer despite strong competition. The club recently acquired player Noah Weisshaupt. The 24-year-old has already made numerous Bundesliga appearances. After Weisshaupt was loaned out to Hannover 96 by SC Freiburg in the previous season, he was able to get a taste of the second league. He himself claims in an interview with the Lilien: 'I followed Darmstadt especially in the previous season and I'm happy to be a part of this club now.' Sports manager Paul Fernie is optimistic about the transfer of the 24-year-old: 'With Noah, we get a dynamic player who can be used flexibly on the wing positions.' He also explains that Weisshaupt has a high tempo and strong game intelligence. With the help of the new players, Darmstadt is trying to fill the gap in their offense, which was left by the departures of striker talents Lidberg and Hornby. The fans of Darmstadt 98 can look forward to an exciting season. The new players bring fresh air to the team and could make the difference. The Lilien will give everything to be successful in the coming season. The preparation for the new season has already begun and the players are motivated to achieve their goals. Darmstadt 98 is ready to take on the challenge and make a strong appearance in the 2. Bundesliga. The team's spirit and determination will be crucial in the upcoming season.