KV Mechelen has signed its second new central defender. Luc Marijnissen (23) comes from Dender and signs until 2030. It is a record transfer for the club. Earlier this week, KV Mechelen also signed the Norwegian Leo Hjelde (22) from Sunderland. The club is also hoping to sign the Dane Villads Nielsen (21) from Bodo/Glimt, but his club is not willing to sell him yet. Lierse will also benefit from the transfer of Marijnissen, as they had 15% of the resale agreed. Since he moved for 1.25 million euros, the Pallieters will earn more than 100,000 euros. KV Mechelen is currently 16th in the Jupiler Pro League, with 0 points from 1 game. The team has 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss. The goal average is 0, while the goal difference is -2. KV Mechelen is 3 points behind leader Union St. Gilloise. The next game is on February 13, 2027 against Anderlecht in the Constant Vanden Stock Stadium.