John Brooks to leave Hoffenheim, become free agent this summer

John Brooks will be on the move this summer as the veteran defender seeks a new challenge in his club career.

Brooks will depart Bundesliga side Hoffenheim at the conclusion of his contract on June 30, the club announced Thursday. The 31-year-old will be joined by Kasim Adams, who is also set to depart.

“Jay came to us in a highly challenging sporting situation and gave us stability in defence with his enormous experience and his character,” said Hoffenheim Managing Director for Sport Alexander Rosen. “Thanks to his qualities and his remarkable presence, he had an impact on our play from day one. Over the past year and a half, Jay has played a key role in helping us to stay in the division last term and finish this season with qualification for a European competition.”

Brooks made the move to Hoffenheim in January 2023 and proceeded to make 39 combined appearances for the club. He scored two league goals in those appearances, but his playing time took a dip during the second half of the 2023-24 league campaign.

Brooks has logged over 300 appearances during his time in Germany, which previously featured stops at Hertha Berlin and Wolfsburg. The centerback also made five appearances for Portuguese side Benfica before moving to Hoffenheim last year.

Brooks has earned 45 caps for the U.S. men’s national team, last featuring for his country in September 2021 during World Cup Qualifying.

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Author : Larry Henry Jr

Publish date : 2024-05-23 11:27:59

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