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Bodo/Glimt loses an experienced profile as Aasmund Bjørkan leaves the club after many years. The last year he has worked as a scout, but before that he has been head coach, sports director and part of the coaching team of Kjetil Knutsen.
What happened?
Aasmund Bjørkan (52) is finished at Bodo/Glimt after many years. The club confirms this on their website. He does not want to confirm where he is going next, but AN writes that he will be part of the coaching team of Gaute Helstrup in the Swedish top club Malmö FF.
Why is he leaving?
– It's sad and a bit boring. I've had it incredibly good in Bodo/Glimt, experienced a lot and worked with a lot of nice people. Seeing how we have performed at a high level in the last year has been great, says Bjørkan to NRK.
What does it mean for Bodo/Glimt?
Bodo/Glimt is currently in 2nd place in Eliteserien, with 70 points, 22 wins, 4 draws and 4 losses from 30 games. The team's next game is against Valerenga at home on July 5th.
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| League position | 2nd |
| Points | 70 |
| Wins | 22 |
| Draws | 4 |
| Losses | 4 |
| Goals scored | 85 |
| Goals conceded | 28 |
| Goal difference | +57 |
What's next?
Bjørkan estimates that he has spent 35 of the last 40 years at Bodo/Glimt. – Now I've reached a turning point. I've been here for many years, and I'll see if I can find something else that's just as fun, says Bjørkan.
