Brann officially sign Kjartan Már Kjartansson
The 20-year-old Icelander Kjartan Már Kjartansson is Brann's new player. The club confirmed the signing on Thursday, and he has signed a contract until 2030. Kjartansson joins from Scottish club Aberdeen and will be teammates with several Icelanders at Brann, including Sævar Atli Magnusson, Kristall Ingason, and Eggert Gudmundsson.
League standing: 6th in Eliteserien, 22 pts, 7W-1D-8L from 16 games, recent form WLWWL.
Who is Kjartan Már Kjartansson?
Kjartansson is a physical midfielder who enjoys duels and fast football. He describes himself as a player who likes to play simple and effective football. He knows Eggert Gudmundsson well, and it was he who recommended Brann to Kjartansson.
What does this mean for Brann?
With Kjartansson on board, Brann gets a young and physical midfielder who can contribute to the team. He becomes part of a strong Icelandic group at Brann, which can help him adapt quickly. The club also has several other Icelanders, which can help with integration.
What happens next?
Kjartansson will now join Brann's training and prepare to make his debut for the team. Brann face Lillestrøm at home on September 5, and there may be an opportunity for him to make his debut then. Currently sidelined: Jonas Torsvik, Sakarias Opsahl.
