Ki-Jana Hoever
Dutch footballer, played for Liverpool
A professional footballer, played as a defender. Joined Liverpool's youth academy in 2018, progressing through the ranks to the senior team. Made first-team debut in 2019 during an EFL Cup match. Transferred to Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2020, continuing to develop in the Premier League. Also represented the Netherlands at various youth levels.
Debuted for Liverpool in EFL Cup
Transferred to Wolverhampton Wanderers
Represented Netherlands U national teams
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