Kevin Akpoguma joins Frosinone: Nigeria-Germany defender leaves Hoffenheim on a free transfer

Nigeria-Germany centre-back Kevin Akpoguma has joined Serie A club Frosinone from Hoffenheim on a free transfer.

The 31-year-old defender makes the move from the Bundesliga to Italy’s top flight after leaving Hoffenheim, where he had been playing before switching clubs on 1 August 2026.

Akpoguma’s arrival adds an experienced centre-back to Frosinone’s squad. His listed position is central defence, while his dual nationality links him to both Nigeria and Germany.

The transfer brings an end to his time with Hoffenheim and sees him begin a new chapter in Serie A. Frosinone have secured the defender without paying a transfer fee, completing Akpoguma’s move from Germany to Italy.