Holstein Kiel loans Japanese defender Hiroki Sekine from Stade Reims. The 23-year-old will strengthen the defense of the Schleswig-Holsteiners.
What happened?
Hiroki Sekine joins Holstein Kiel on loan. The Japanese player has already played three times for the Japanese national team.
Why it matters
For Holstein Kiel, this is an important signing to strengthen the defense. The club is currently in 12th place in the 2. Bundesliga, 29 points behind leaders FC Schalke 04.
What comes next?
Holstein Kiel will hope for the support of Hiroki Sekine in the upcoming season. The Japanese player will try to integrate into the team and strengthen the defense.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2026-05-17 | Last game: Dynamo Dresden 2-1 Holstein Kiel |
| 2026 | Current league position: 12th place, 41 points, 11 wins, 8 draws, 15 losses |
| 2026 | Current goal difference: 44 goals scored, 48 goals conceded (-4 goal difference) |
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