A fter years of success with the club after coming through the New York Red Bulls academy, left back John Tolkin is reportedly on the move to Holstein Kiel in the Bundesliga. Tolk
Bundesliga club Holstein Kiel have been forced to defend their signing of USMNT international John Tolkin following criticism of his social media activity. The 22-year-old wing-back — a club-record transfer from Major League Soccer side New York Red Bulls — has faced criticism for his activity online relating to a variety of topics including gender identity and conspiracies around the COVID pandemic.
Defender John Tolkin transferred Thursday to Holstein Kiel of the Bundesliga from Major League Soccer's New York Red Bulls.
The New York Red Bulls transferred defender John Tolkin to Bundesliga side Holstein Kiel for a reported $3 million fee on Thursday.
Confirmation of John Tolkin’s record transfer to Holstein Kiel officially came yesterday. The 22-year-old’s move to the Bundesliga unfortunately immediately sparked controversy. Once various
John Tolkin and Holstein Kiel have been put on the defensive after an outcry over the new signing's past social media activity.
Tolkin is referred to as "JMi" almost exclusively by teammates, friends and family (a reference to his middle name Michael). He revealed in 2023 that the nickname was given to him by his uncle when he was young and that he hardly answers to "John".
United States national team defender John Tolkin said he has regrets over his past activity on social media after joining Holstein Kiel in Germany.
The New York Red Bulls have transferred defender John Tolkin to Bundesliga side Holstein Kiel, the club announced today. New York will retain a sell-on percentage.
New York Red Bulls left back John Tolkin has completed a transfer to Bundesliga side Holstein Kiel, the clubs announced on Thursday.
HARRISON, N.J. — Defender John Tolkin transferred Thursday to Holstein Kiel of the German Bundesliga from Major League Soccer's New York Red Bulls. The 22-year-old Tolkin made his MLS debut in ...
Transfer The New York Red Bulls have transferred homegrown left back John Tolkin to German Bundesliga side Holstein Kiel, the club announced Thursday.