Häcken makes record sale – over 100 million
Translated from Swedish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- BK Häcken has sold midfielder Silas Andersen to Sporting Lisbon for over 100 million Swedish kronor, a club record.
- The transfer fee makes it the most lucrative sale in the club's history.
- Andersen expressed his love for his time at BK Häcken and the city of Gothenburg.
Swedish football club BK Häcken has achieved a record-breaking sale with the transfer of 21-year-old Danish midfielder Silas Andersen to Portuguese club Sporting Lisbon. The deal, reportedly worth over 100 million Swedish kronor (approximately $9.5 million USD), marks the most significant transfer fee in the club's history.
BK Häcken's football director, Martin Ericsson, expressed pride and satisfaction with the landmark transaction. "We are very happy and proud of this record deal, both regarding the sum and the caliber of the club we are selling to," Ericsson stated in a press release. "It is further proof that our strategic plan is working." Andersen joined the Gothenburg-based club before the previous season.
We are very happy and proud of this record deal, both regarding the sum and the caliber of the club we are selling to, it is yet another confirmation that our strategic plan is working.
Silas Andersen shared his positive experiences during his time with BK Häcken. "I have loved every second of my time at BK Häcken and the city of Gothenburg – everything has been first-class," Andersen said. "From the team, the coaching staff, the organization, and the supporters." His departure signifies a successful player development model for BK Häcken, attracting interest from major European clubs.
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I have loved every second of my time at BK Häcken and the city of Gothenburg – everything has been first-class. From the team, the coaching staff, the organization and the supporters.
Originally published by Svenska Dagbladet in Swedish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.