For many, Lillestrøm is a train stop on the way to Gardermoen. The Canaries are also the club that starts the blob pump in Vålerenga fans more than anyone else. – We will not have a local derby next year (except possibly in the cup) because while Vålerenga is promoted to the Eliteserien, Lillestrom after landing second at the bottom of the table is ready for the OBOS-Liga.
Before the weekend, Lillestrøm announced they are releasing seven players who are on outgoing contacts. Among them are Erling Knudtzon, Marius Lundemo and Ylldren Ibrahimaj. This is what the Romeriksklubben writes in a message on its website.
Knudtzon, Lundemo and Mathis Bolly round off their second period at Åråsen, while Ibrahimaj retires after three seasons and 103 counting LSK games.
Uranik Seferi, Jørgen Sveinhaug and Mohanad Jeahze are the other three who are leaving a club that is preparing for a life in the 1st division in 2025.
“We thank everyone for their efforts and wish everyone the best of luck in the future”
Earlier this week, it was announced that Hans Erik Ødegaard will take over as head coach. – “It is a big club with a lot of traditions and great interest. I see a very large potential here that I hope I can help realize”, says Hans Erik Ødegaard.
