Julie Trustrup Jensen signs with Vålerenga IF

Vålerenga provides a new challenge and will see Trustrup join up in the midfield with Dutch captain Sherida Spitse, as well as Norwegian international Isabell Herlovsen and Ingrid Schjelderup. The Club moved into their new Intility Arena in September 2017, and have a clearly-stated ambition to be Norway’s leading female Club by 2020. They are coached by Olympic gold-medallist Monica Knudsen, who previously led LSK to four league titles between 2012-16.

Speaking about the move:

Julie Trustrup Jensen: “I’m so excited to join an ambitious club like Vålerenga. Norway’s league has a strong reputation and I look forward to being part of a full-time environment that will allow me to continue developing myself as a player.

“After nine years at Brøndby, it’s time for me to try something new and I’m excited about moving city. I received a warm welcome from everyone when I visited and it gave me confidence this is the Club for me.

“I’m now looking forward to helping my teammates to achieve a strong finish to this season and build the foundations to challenge for the league in the years to come.”

Monica Knudsen, Head Coach, VIF: “Julie adds strength to our team. She can play across the midfield, is a player with good vision and understanding, and can set up chances with her creativity. In Denmark’s Euro qualification, Julie was an important piece, but unfortunately missed last year’s championship because of injury. Now, she is aiming for the World Cup in France next summer, and we are pleased that she chooses Vålerenga for her further development.”