Jorgen Strand Larsen has become an important player for Wolves, here’s everything you need to know about the towering centre-forward.
Gary O’Neil was delighted when he signed Jorgen Strand Larsen on loan from Celta Vigo in the summer of 2024, and the Norwegian has proven to be a shrewd addition.
The Wolves striker has been a vital cog in Vitor Pereira’s system, leading the line impressively with some solid individual displays.
In what has been a promising debut campaign in the Premier League, Molineux News has everything you need to know about Strand Larsen.
Who is Jorgen Strand Larsen?
Jorgen Strand Larsen is a striker signed by Wolves from Celta Vigo on loan in the summer of 2024. The centre-forward has played for an array of clubs, including AC Milan’s under-19s, Sarpsborg 08, Groningen and Celta Vigo.
Strand Larsen has also represented Norway at international level and battles with Manchester City’s Erling Haaland for minutes up top.
When and where was Jorgen Strand Larsen born?
Strand Larsen was born on February 6th 2000 in Halden, Norway.
How tall is Jorgen Strand Larsen?
Strand Larsen is 6′ 4″ tall.
What shirt number does Jorgen Strand Larsen wear at Wolves?
Strand Larsen wears the number nine shirt.
How much did Wolves pay for Jorgen Strand Larsen?
Wolves signed Strand Larsen on loan from Celta Vigo in July 2024. But Strand Larsen will cost Wolves £23 million in the summer of 2025, making his move to Molineux permanent after surpassing 20 appearances in 2024/25.
What has Jorgen Strand Larsen said about Erling Haaland?
Strand Larsen has been likened to Haaland. His size, stature, goal record, and the fact he’s Norwegian were why comparisons were drawn to the Manchester City goal machine.
Speaking of his countryman in October 2024, Strand Larsen said: “We are good friends in the national team.”
And when asked about Haaland’s goalscoring record, the Wolves striker said: “It is insane.”
Strand Larsen also commented on Norway’s striker competition: “The competition is tough. I think a few years ago I would have been the starting striker, but you just have to understand the reality. Haaland is Haaland and Alexander Sorloth has been doing really well. He is now playing for Atletico Madrid, which is also huge.
“You have three strikers in really good teams in top leagues and that makes it difficult for the manager. I am just going to try to continue playing well here at Wolves and then see what happens in the future. I understand the situation but it is not the easiest one.”
What is Jorgen Strand Larsen’s social media?
Strand Larsen has one confirmed social media account.
Instagram: @strandlarsen