Holstein Kiel has signed Sebastian Schonlau from Vancouver and will play with the defender in the new season of the 2. Bundesliga. The 31-year-old was a teammate of Thomas Müller at Vancouver Whitecaps FC last season.

What does the transfer mean for Holstein Kiel?

The transfer of Schonlau to Holstein Kiel is an important step for the club, which currently stands 12th in the 2. Bundesliga with 41 points from 34 games and a record of 11 wins, 8 draws and 15 losses.

Who is Sebastian Schonlau?

Sebastian Schonlau is an experienced defender who has played in over 260 games in the Bundesliga, 2. Bundesliga and 3. Liga. He played for Hamburger SV from 2021 to 2025 and has also played for SC Paderborn and SC Verl.

What does the coach say?

KSV coach Tim Walter said: «Bascho was my captain in Hamburg and one of my most important contacts within the team. We gain with him an absolute leader and a very experienced defender who has internalized our playing philosophy and identifies one hundred percent with his new task here in Kiel».

Holstein Kiel has not scored any points in the last 5 games and lost the last game against Dynamo Dresden 2-1 on May 17, 2026. The club hopes that the transfer of Schonlau will bring a turnaround and promote success in the upcoming season.