Six Norwegian national team players could switch clubs this summer
Translated from Norwegian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Six Norwegian national team players are being considered for club transfers this summer, according to VG's expert analysis.
- Goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland, currently without a club after his contract with Sevilla expired, is highlighted as needing to find a new team.
- Other players like Alexander Sørloth and Antonio Nusa are also discussed in the context of potential moves to new clubs.
Six players from Norway's World Cup squad are potential candidates for club transfers this summer, according to insights gathered by VG from football experts. The speculation surrounds players who impressed during the recent World Cup and may be looking to advance their careers.
Goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland, 35, is currently unattached after his contract with Sevilla expired just before the World Cup. Despite limited playing time for his club, Nyland was a decisive player for Norway in several matches. Experts believe he has strong leverage after his World Cup performance but emphasize the need for him to secure a starting position for the next two seasons leading up to the European Championship.
Lars Tjernås, a football expert for Viaplay, suggests that Nyland should consider clubs in leagues like Belgium or the Netherlands, which offer a good level of competition without the intense pressure of top-five leagues. German club Stuttgart has reportedly been offered Nyland as a potential replacement for their injured first-choice goalkeeper. Meanwhile, British media have linked Nyland with clubs such as Manchester City, Leeds, and Everton.
Atlético Madrid striker Alexander Sørloth, 30, is another player facing uncertainty. After two seasons with the Spanish club, marked by competition for a starting spot, Sørloth's future is a significant question mark. With potential departures of key teammates, he might be considered for a more prominent role. However, experts caution against moving clubs solely for the sake of a transfer. Young talent Antonio Nusa, 21, who has spent two seasons with RB Leipzig, is also mentioned in discussions about potential moves.
Han har gode kort på hånden etter VM, men jeg håper inderlig at han spiller dem på en måte som gjør at han nå blir et førstevalg de neste to sesongene fram til EM
Originally published by Aftenposten in Norwegian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.