San Jose Earthquakes Academy have acquired a familiar face with the addition of defender Jean-Julien “JJ” Foe Nuphas, who returns to the Quakes after a stint with FC Hoffenheim of the German Bundesliga.
Originally from San Jose, Foe Nuphas, 16, was with the Earthquakes Academy from the U-13 to the U-16 level before leaving for FC Hoffenheim in July 2016. While at Hoffenheim, he appeared in eight games, logging 389 minutes with the U-17 squad.
“I am so excited to be back here,” Foe Nuphas told sjearthquakes.com. “This is my home.”
Foe Nuphas has also represented the U.