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Hertha BSC's Toni Leistner to Stay Despite Loss

SV Darmstadt 98's Cristian Fiél in Talks With Hertha BSC

2. Bundesliga Club Hertha BSC's Defender, Toni Leistner, Remains with the Team

Despite Hertha BSC's disappointing playoff defeat to Hamburger SV, which saw them narrowly miss out on promotion to the Bundesliga, their long-serving captain, Toni Leistner, has stated that he will be remaining with the club for the upcoming season. Leistner, who has made over 200 appearances for Hertha BSC since joining the club in 2014, has been a key figure in their recent resurgence. He played a vital role in the club's promotion to the Bundesliga in 2019, as well as their subsequent DFB-Pokal final appearance in 2020. "I'm very proud to be captain of Hertha BSC, and I'm determined to help the club achieve its goals," Leistner said. "I believe that we have a strong team, and I'm confident that we can challenge for promotion again next season."

SV Darmstadt 98's Cristian Fiél Enters Negotiations With Hertha BSC

In a bid to bolster their squad ahead of the new season, Hertha BSC are reportedly in talks with SV Darmstadt 98 defender, Cristian Fiél. Fiél, 29, has been a mainstay in the Darmstadt defense for the past four seasons, making over 100 appearances for the club. He is a versatile defender who is capable of playing as a center-back or a full-back. Hertha BSC's interest in Fiél is understandable, as he has a wealth of experience in the 2. Bundesliga and would add much-needed depth to their defense. If a deal can be agreed upon, Fiél would become Hertha BSC's second signing of the summer, following the arrival of goalkeeper Oliver Christensen from Lyngby.