FC Copenhagen lose attacking player Hákon Arnar Haraldsson but concede a hefty fee from LOSC Lille. The 20-year-old, who is actually under contract until 2027, costs the French loudly “BT” 17 million euros. The 15-time Danish champion Copenhagen thus generates the highest transfer income in its club history. The record exit so far has been left-back Victor Kristiansen, who joined Leicester City in early 2023 for €14m.
“It was a hard and long fight, but with the support and determination of Hákon, which was crucial, it is now a done deal,” said LOSC President Olivier Létang. “It’s been a long journey to get here and now I’m really looking forward to starting this adventure,” said Haraldsson, who made 11 appearances for the Iceland national team and has recently tripled his market value from €2m to €6m. His signed contract in Lille is valid until 2028. Haraldsson is the first Icelander to wear the Lille shirt.
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“We are proud that we can send another talented player to Europe because he developed on our platform at FCK and took his chance,” said Copenhagen sporting director Peter Christiansen. “Hákon has gone from a talent to a pro, so it’s logical that there was a lot of interest in him.”
In winter, RB Salzburg was about to transfer the top talent, but no deal came about. According to reports, a fee of EUR 13.5 million including bonuses Copenhagen was not enough. User “Kampione_Kennedy”, data scout of the Danish league, said at the time: “Haraldsson is a very variable player who can be used in the center as well as on the wing and in the storm. What I’ve seen so far is a young player who always puts 100% effort on the pitch, and that’s a really big plus point for coaches and fans. He runs a lot and also works well at the back. What he still needs to work on is his determination in the final third, but that will definitely improve over time. The most important thing will therefore be that he continues to get his assignments and can continue the positive development from this year (2022; ed.). Salzburg would definitely not be a bad choice, although he is currently in good hands with FCK.”
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