Darmstadt 98 signs Yannik Lührs

Darmstadt 98 signs Yannik Lührs from TSG Hoffenheim II. The 22-year-old center-back becomes the sixth center-back in coach Florian Kohfeldt's team. Currently, Darmstadt 98 is 5th in the 2. Bundesliga with 52 points.

Who is Yannik Lührs?

Yannik Lührs is a 22-year-old center-back who last played for TSG Hoffenheim II in the 3. Liga. He comes from a sports family and has already gained experience in the Bundesliga.

Why is Lührs joining Darmstadt 98?

Lührs says: „Darmstadt stands for a type of football that suits my playing style, and I have felt in the conversations that the officials have a clear plan with me.“ Darmstadt's sporting director Paul Fernie says: „We have been observing Yannik for a longer time and are convinced of the overall package and development potential.“

What's next for Lührs?

Lührs will wear the number 49 in Darmstadt and will be part of coach Florian Kohfeldt's team. He will be the sixth center-back alongside Matej Maglica, Aleksandar Vukotic, Patric Pfeiffer, Grayson Dettoni and Meldin Dreskovic.