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Milan Smit joins Darmstadt on loan from Stoke City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 12:44 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Milan Smit joins Darmstadt on loan from Stoke City

Summary

Milan Smit has joined German second division team Darmstadt on loan for the 2026-27 season. The Dutch striker played 14 matches for Stoke City, scoring two goals since his arrival from Go Ahead Eagles. Stoke's sporting director Jonathan Walters noted that this loan offers Smit a chance for consistent playing time in a competitive environment. Smit previously expressed the challenges faced in adapting to the Championship.

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By the Numbers

•Milan Smit joins Darmstadt on a season-long loan.
•Smit scored two goals in 14 appearances for Stoke.
•He expressed challenges adjusting to the Championship.
•Stoke City aims to provide Smit with regular game time.

Latest Updates

12:58 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Darmstadt sign Stoke City striker Smit
12:44 PMYahoo Sports — Stoke striker Smit joins Darmstadt on season's loan

What they're saying

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Darmstadt signed Milan Smit on loan from Stoke City as the move was confirmed by both clubs on Friday. The Dutchman only joined the Championship club in January before they signed him permanently last...
— Yahoo Sports