Cameroonian defender Steve Kingue is weighing his options as his contract with Lithuanian side FC Hegelmann nears its conclusion on December 31. The 24-year-old, who has impressed during his stint in the A Lyga, has drawn interest from PFK Botev Plovdiv of Bulgaria and FK Žalgiris Vilnius, the reigning Lithuanian champions.
Kingue, a key figure in Hegelmann’s backline since joining the club in the summer of 2023, has yet to commit to a new club.
Sources close to the player indicate that he and his team are carefully evaluating the offers on the table to ensure the best fit for his career.
In the 2024 season, Kingue was a standout performer, featuring in 34 of 36 league matches and amassing 3,540 minutes across 39 appearances in all competitions.
His contributions included six goals, highlighting his ability to contribute at both ends of the pitch.
Valued at €600,000 according to Transfermarkt, Kingue has established himself as a reliable central defender, making him an attractive prospect for clubs seeking defensive reinforcement.
PFK Botev Plovdiv, currently second in the Bulgarian top flight, and Žalgiris Vilnius, eager to retain their domestic dominance, are both vying for his signature.
As the year draws to a close, Kingue’s decision could significantly shape his trajectory and bolster the ambitions of his next team.
