Karlsruher signs Ezekwem: A transfer coup for the U23 team

Karlsruher SC signs Kimberly Ezekwem: The 25-year-old defender comes from SC Freiburg II and is expected to be reintroduced to professional football via the U23 team.

Who is Kimberly Ezekwem?

Kimberly Ezekwem is a 25-year-old left-footed player who last played for SC Freiburg II. He was instrumental in the 2020/21 season as a regular player with 14 assists, helping the Breisgauers' second team to promotion to the 3. Liga for the first time.

Why is this transfer important for Karlsruher SC?

The transfer of Kimberly Ezekwem is important for Karlsruher SC, as the club has finally found a suitable player for the U23 team after a long search. Thomas Konrad, Head of Sports at the KSC Academy, said: „With Kimberly, we are strengthening ourselves with a player who already has valuable experience at the highest level.“

What is the current situation of Karlsruher SC?

Karlsruher SC is currently in 10th place in the 2. Bundesliga with 44 points from 34 games. The team has scored 53 goals and conceded 64 this season. The club is 26 points behind league leaders FC Schalke 04.

What are Kimberly Ezekwem's goals?

Kimberly Ezekwem wants to adapt to the team and get back to top form. If that's achieved, he wants to recommend himself for the professionals. Director of Professional Football Timon Pauls added: „With our U23 team, we want to reintroduce Kimberly to professional football step by step, with the necessary patience and the right framework conditions, after his long break from football.“