Kelven Frees
21-Year-Old
Kaiserslautern
Germany Bundesliga 2
Joins Kaiserslautern on loan
Frees signed a long-term contract extension with Hoffenheim before joining Kaiserslautern on loan for the 2026-27 season, the club announced.
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Frees heads to the 2. Bundesliga as part of the next step in his development after establishing himself as one of Hoffenheim's most promising young defenders. The 21-year-old center-back made 12 appearances for Hoffenheim's U23 side in the 3. Liga last season, recording one goal and one assist despite missing several months with a serious ankle injury. Standing at 2.02 meters, Frees is known for his physical presence and leadership qualities, having previously captained Hoffenheim's U19 team to a league and cup double. The loan move should provide him with valuable first-team experience at a higher level as he continues his progression.
Frees heads to the 2. Bundesliga as part of the next step in his development after establishing himself as one of Hoffenheim's most promising young defenders. The 21-year-old center-back made 12 appearances for Hoffenheim's U23 side in the 3. Liga last season, recording one goal and one assist despite missing several months with a serious ankle injury. Standing at 2.02 meters, Frees is known for his physical presence and leadership qualities, having previously captained Hoffenheim's U19 team to a league and cup double. The loan move should provide him with valuable first-team experience at a higher level as he continues his progression.
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Inks contract extension
Frees has signed a contract extension with TSG Hoffenheim, the club announced. "Kelven has been at TSG since 2023 and has made remarkable progress since then. A top player, he played a key role in the U19s' double in 2024 and contributed to our U23s' promotion to the 3. Liga last season. Since the start of pre-season, the central defender has been training with the first team and completed the training camp with the Bundesliga team in Seefeld. Kelven was able to gain valuable experience and has made the most of this opportunity. We are delighted to have signed another player from the youth system for a long-term career. We see great potential in Kelven and want to gradually integrate him into the first team and, consequently, the Bundesliga," said Andreas Schicker, Sporting Director at TSG Hoffenheim.
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