Haugesund signs 19‑year‑old Norbye, loan to Fredrikstad ends

FK Haugesund has secured the services of 19‑year‑old Jonathan Norbye, who joined from German giant RB Leipzig on a three‑year contract. Norbye's move brings him back to Norway after a loan spell at Fredrikstad in the 1. divisjon, where he played nine top‑flight matches in 2024.

Norbye, who was recruited to Leipzig's academy at 15, earned a Bundesliga debut in spring 2024 and had earlier stints with Arminia Bielefeld’s reserves before the Fredrikstad loan. He expressed excitement about joining Haugesund, stating he is ready for the upcoming cup match. tbzikra.org