Overview

• Holstein Kiel acquired Therkelsen from Norway’s Strømsgodset IF on a deal running through June 30, 2029, with a base transfer fee of €1.9 million plus potential add-ons.
• At 22, he becomes the club’s second-most expensive signing as part of a broader squad overhaul following Bundesliga relegation.
• Therkelsen featured in 70 matches for Strømsgodset, recording nine goals and two assists while demonstrating technical skill and tactical intelligence.
• Sporting director Olaf Rebbe highlighted the player’s speed, intensity and team-oriented play as key to Kiel’s offensive strategy.
• Fellow Norwegian Magnus Knudsen is expected to support Therkelsen’s integration into the squad and accelerate his adaptation.