Thursday saw the New York Red Bulls officially announce the transfer of star defender John Tolkin to Holstein Kiel of the Bundesliga — the top flight of Germany and one of the largest soccer leagues in the world.

New York Red Bulls left back John Tolkin has completed a transfer to Bundesliga side Holstein Kiel, the clubs announced on Thursday.

Bundesliga club Holstein Kiel are finalizing a deal to sign New York Red Bulls left back John Tolkin, sources tell GIVEMESPORT.

New York Red Bulls star and U.S. international John Tolkin appears to be close to finalizing a long-awaited move to Europe. The Red Bulls and German Bundesliga side Holstein Kiel have reportedly agreed to a $3 million transfer,

The New York Red Bulls have found themselves in another offseason wondering if this is finally it for defender John Tolkin’s time with the club. Interest from European clubs has remained relatively consistent over the last few years,