Leon Klassen, a 25-year-old Russian-German left-back, is moving on loan from Darmstadt to Graz until the end of the season. Both parties have agreed to keep further details confidential. Sporting director Tino Wawra believes that Leon Klassen fits very well with the club's sporting direction and brings valuable experience. Leon Klassen said the move to GAK is a very conscious step for him and that the club has a great tradition and clear ambitions. He also said that he immediately had a good feeling in talks with those responsible and that he looks forward to taking on responsibility in Graz and tackling the big goal of staying in the league together. In the current 2. Bundesliga season, Klassen has made five appearances for Darmstadt. His market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €600k.