One of the signings of the season is confirmed: Biniam Girmay to the new NSN

The rumors that have been circulating in recent days have been confirmed. Eritrean Biniam Girmay, after not continuing with Intermarché-Wanty following the merger with Lotto and after a not particularly brilliant season, will join in 2026 the new structure that takes over from Israel-PremierTech after the departure of its main sponsors and the sale of the team by Sylvain Adams.

NSN Cycling officially announces the signing of Biniam Girmay for the next 3 years

The announcement did not take long. After the definitive termination of the contract that linked Biniam Girmay with Intermarché-Wanty was made public a few days ago, as the new structure resulting from the merger with Lotto does not include him, the Eritrean cyclist quickly found a place in the new NSN Cycling, where he is expected to be one of the team's key figures.

“We are delighted to welcome Biniam. 2026 will not only mark a new chapter for the team but also for him, and I can’t think of a better time to start this journey together,” stated Kjell Carlström, general director of NSN Cycling, in the official announcement. He highlighted the cyclist's talent, humility, and drive, as well as their shared vision for cycling.

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For his part, Biniam Girmay also expressed his happiness about joining a team known for its team spirit, which has always been evident in races, as well as their approach to working for their sprinters, always staying united with a positive attitude.

However, Girmay wants his signing to be not just for mass finishes but emphasizes his passion for the classics, where he achieved his most significant victory by winning the Ghent-Wevelgem in 2022. In any case, Girmay is very clear about his goals for the next three years with NSN Cycling: “To win races.”