Overview
- SV Darmstadt 98 confirmed that 27‑year‑old right‑back Sergio Lopez has moved to Spain to join second‑division FC Granada.
- Darmstadt sporting director Paul Fernie said Lopez’s consistent performances over two seasons prompted interest from Spanish clubs and that talks produced a suitable solution.
- Lopez arrived at Darmstadt in 2024 from FC Basel and finished his spell at the club with 63 competitive appearances and twelve goal contributions.
- Darmstadt had already signed Christopher Lannert from Arminia Bielefeld to take over the right‑back role following Lopez’s departure.
- Lopez publicly posted an emotional farewell to fans about his time at the Bölle and will return to his home country, where his role and impact at Granada will be worth watching.