Ki-Jana Hoever has signed a multi-year contract with Sparta Prague after his loan spell at Sheffield United ended. The 24-year-old attack-minded right back made 16 appearances for the Blades during the winter transfer window loan deal.
What happened to Hoever after his Sheffield United loan?
Wolves confirmed the permanent move for the defender after his loan spell concluded at the end of Sheffield United's Championship campaign. The Yorkshire Post reported that Hoever joined Sparta Prague on a permanent basis, with Wolves allowing the transfer despite his previous association with the club.
How did Wolves and Sparta Prague facilitate the transfer?
Matt Jackson, Wolves' technical director, said: "When a player has a year left on his contract, you have to try and find a solution which works for all parties, and this does." Tomáš Rosický, Sparta Prague's sports director and ex-Arsenal playmaker, added: "Ki-Jana has had a rich football journey at the age of 24, regularly playing in the French Ligue 1 or the English Championship."
Where has Hoever played before joining Sparta Prague?
Prior to his Sheffield United loan, Hoever had loan spells at PSV Eindhoven, Stoke City, and Auxerre. He joined Wolves from Liverpool in 2020 and made 33 senior appearances for the Midlands club across six years. He is also a former Netherlands youth international.
What does this mean for Hoever's next steps?
Hoever now joins Sparta Prague, a Czech club, where he will continue his development after gaining experience in the English Championship with Sheffield United. His move allows him to seek regular playing time abroad following his loan spell at Bramall Lane, and you can track similar player movements on our squad page.
