18 Dec 2025 14:47:26
Piece off the Facebook
Stig Inge Bjørnebye ?
Overview:
Bjørnebye arrives with a strong reputation for player identification and squad building, shaped by deep knowledge of the Scandinavian market. His experience is especially strong in Denmark, where he worked for four years, and in Norway, his home country.
This overview focuses on Bjørnebye’s work at Aarhus from his appointment in 2021 until his departure for Rangers in 2025. During that period, his recruitment strategy was built around signing or promoting players typically aged between 18 and 26, often through loans or low-cost transfers. Notably, his largest transfer outlay at the club was just €2 million.
Alongside recruitment, Bjørnebye placed significant emphasis on developing Aarhus youth players, successfully integrating several into the first team before moving them on for substantial fees. This approach highlights a clear strength in identifying potential early and maximising player value. His ability to sell at the right time was particularly effective, generating close to €26 million in transfer income across four years.
From a footballing perspective, the progress was clear. Aarhus finished eighth in the Danish Superliga when Bjørnebye arrived in 2021. By the time he left for Ibrox in 2025, the club was sitting top of the league, underlining the impact of his long-term planning and recruitment model.
Key Players Signed or Promoted Under Bjørnebye
Yann Bisseck
A centre-back initially brought in on loan before Aarhus paid €1.7 million to sign him permanently from Köln. He was later sold to AC Milan for €7.2 million.
Thomas Kristensen
A central defender promoted from within the club’s system, who was eventually sold to Udinese for €5 million.
Adam Daghim
A striker developed through the youth ranks and promoted to the first team, before being sold to Salzburg for €3 million.
Albert Grønbæk
An attacking midfielder and another product of the academy, who moved to Bodø/Glimt in a deal worth €4.8 million.
Felix Beijmo
Signed from Malmö in 2023 at the age of 25, the right midfielder has been a key figure in Aarhus’ rise up the table and has featured in all 18 league matches so far.
Tobias Bech
A striker signed in 2023 for €1 million at the age of 21. Now 23, he has recorded 10 goals and two assists in 18 league appearances this season.
Kristian Arnstad
A left winger signed from Anderlecht in 2024 for €1.35 million. He has played 17 league matches this season, contributing seven goals and two assists.
Rasmus Carstensen
A 25-year-old right midfielder brought in on loan during the summer. He has featured in every league game so far, with the option of a permanent move next season.
Mads Emil Madsen
Signed from Slavia Prague in 2022 for €700,000, before later joining Danish rivals Copenhagen in a €4 million transfer..
18 Dec 2025 16:35:31
Good info mate. Thanks for sharing.
18 Dec 2025 17:16:33
Good post SWM.
18 Dec 2025 17:56:13
Superb post packed with very good info SWM? Cheers for sharing mate ???.
18 Dec 2025 19:13:05
Well done swm.
18 Dec 2025 19:20:46
Fantastic informative post SWM.
I believe Felix Beijmo is a right back rather than a right midfielder.
Rasmus Carstensen is also better at right back.
18 Dec 2025 21:52:51
Not mine lads, just copied and pasted off the Facebook, an interesting read though.
19 Dec 2025 12:26:19
Sounds like just the type of guy we need. Fabulous news.