Daniel Daga signs new Molde deal until 2031
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At a glance
- Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga has signed a long-term contract extension with Norwegian club Molde, keeping him until 2031.
- The 19-year-old expressed his happiness and gratitude towards the club, citing its ambitions and his development as key reasons for the extension.
- Daga has made 22 appearances and scored five goals for Molde since joining for the 2025 season.
Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga has committed his future to Norwegian club Molde, signing a new contract that extends his stay until the summer of 2031. The 19-year-old's decision to commit long-term underscores his positive experience and development within the club.
First of all, I thank God. I am very happy to have signed a new contract. I really enjoy being at Molde, and the club has earned a big place in my heart.
Daga expressed his delight at the new deal, crediting divine intervention and highlighting the significant place Molde has secured in his heart. "We have a fantastic group of players and an exciting future ahead of us. I am proud to continue the journey and fight for this shirt," Daga stated. He further elaborated that Molde's strategic ambitions and his personal desire for continued growth were pivotal factors in his choice to extend his tenure.
We have a fantastic group of players and an exciting future ahead of us. I am proud to continue the journey and fight for this shirt
"There are many exciting things happening in Molde that I want to be part of. At the same time, I feel this is the right place for me to continue my development," Daga added, thanking the club, staff, and supporters. Since joining Molde before the 2025 season, Daga has featured in 22 official matches, contributing five goals and one assist. His recent performances have showcased his growing influence and potential in the midfield.
There are many exciting things happening in Molde that I want to be part of. At the same time, I feel this is the right place for me to continue my development.
Molde's sporting director, Ole Jakob Strandhagen, shared the club's pleasure in securing Daga's future. "Daniel is a young and ambitious player with qualities that already make him important to us. At the same time, we believe he has significant potential for further development," Strandhagen remarked. He emphasized the club's commitment to providing an environment conducive to Daga's continued progress, noting that the long-term contract signifies a strong belief in their mutual sporting partnership.
Daniel is a young and ambitious player with qualities that already make him important to us. At the same time, we believe he has significant potential for further development.
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