A hat-trick in his senior debut for FK Bodø/Glimt against IF Fløya on 13 April 2016 signaled the arrival of Jens Petter Hauge. Born in 1999 in Bodø, Norway, he emerged from the club's youth academy to become a prominent left winger, ultimately securing his place in the national squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Early Professional Development
Hauge signed his first professional contract with Bodø/Glimt on 12 April 2016. Following his impactful debut, he played 20 league matches during the 2016 season, netting his first top-flight goal against IK Start on 8 July. After the team suffered relegation, he became a regular starter in the second tier before a brief loan stint with Aalesunds FK in 2018. He returned to the Bodø/Glimt starting lineup in 2019, scoring seven league goals.
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The 2020 season elevated Hauge's profile as he scored six goals in ten matches before attracting attention from AC Milan. He joined the Italian club in October 2020 on a five-year deal, scoring his first Serie A goal against Napoli on 22 November. In 2021, he moved to Eintracht Frankfurt on loan, later signing a permanent deal until 2026. A subsequent loan to Gent preceded his eventual permanent return to Bodø/Glimt in 2025.
Resurgence and International Duty
Back at Bodø/Glimt, Hauge reached new heights in European competition. He netted a brace against Tottenham Hotspur in the UEFA Champions League on 30 September 2025 and contributed to a victory over Inter Milan in the 2025–26 knockout stage. His international progression moved from the under-21 team, where he debuted in 2019, to his senior Norway debut on 11 October 2020. Ståle Solbakken named him in the 2026 FIFA World Cup squad.
Fast facts
- Born: 12 October 1999, Bodø, Norway
- Primary Position: Left winger
- Professional Debut: 13 April 2016
- Senior International Debut: 11 October 2020
- Eliteserien Titles: 2020, 2024
- 2026 World Cup Squad Selection: 21 May 2026
Questions readers ask
Which major clubs has Jens Petter Hauge represented?
He has played for FK Bodø/Glimt, Aalesunds FK, AC Milan, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Gent.
What individual honor did he receive in 2020?
He was named the Eliteserien Young Player of the Year.
