Rumors surrounding Jens Petter Hauge are growing. According to several sources, both Leeds United and Crystal Palace are closely monitoring the Bodø/Glimt star, and the Premier League clubs are considering a move in the upcoming transfer window. The attacking winger has delivered strong performances over time, and interest from England comes as no surprise.
New heyday in Bodø/Glimt
After returning to Bodø/Glimt, Jens Petter Hauge has found his way back to the top form that first made him a hot name in European football. With pace, drive with the ball and decisive involvements, he has been a key player in Glimt's offensive game. The culmination came recently in the Champions League, when Hauge scored against Borussia Dortmund in a match that further solidified his status as a player for the big occasions.
From Bodø to Europe – and back again
Hauge's career really took off in the fall of 2020, when he scored a magnificent goal and had a brilliant game against AC Milan in the Europa League for Bodø/Glimt. Shortly after, he was sold to AC Milan, where he gained valuable experience in Serie A and European top-flight football.
He then went on loan to Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga, before being later signed by Belgian side Gent. Despite flashes of strong performances abroad, it was in Bodø that he really gained continuity and trust – which led to his return to Glimt, where he has once again flourished.
Premier League interest
Now the next chapter could be England. Leeds United, looking to strengthen their attacking width and pace on the wings, are said to see Hauge as an exciting and relatively available reinforcement. Crystal Palace, for their part, are looking for more creative and breakthrough players who fit into the club's rapid transition game.
Both clubs should be impressed by Hauge's development, his European experience and, not least, his ability to score goals at a high level.
What now?
Bodø/Glimt have previously shown that they are willing to sell – but only at the right price. With a contract, good form and ever-increasing interest, Glimt can be in a strong negotiating position. For Jens Petter Hauge himself, a new adventure abroad, this time in the Premier League, could be the next natural step.
The transfer window is approaching, and everything indicates that the name Jens Petter Hauge will be frequently mentioned in the rumor mill in the coming weeks.
