Jesper Daland Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Career, Stats, Salary, Girlfriend, Club

Jesper Daland is a Norwegian professional footballer known for his calm defensive composure, aerial dominance, and leadership at centre-back.

He gained attention in Norway’s Eliteserien with IK Start before moving to Belgium’s Cercle Brugge, and in 2024 joined Cardiff City in the English Championship.

In 2025, he went on loan to Fortuna Düsseldorf in Germany’s 2. Bundesliga, continuing his steady rise through European football.

Profile

• Full name: Jesper Norman Daland
• Date of birth: January 6, 2000
• Age: 25 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Kristiansand, Norway
• Nationality: Norwegian
• Profession: Footballer (Defender)
• Height: 1.89 m (6 ft 2 in)
• Weight: 83 kg
• Eye color: Blue
• Hair color: Light brown
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Unmarried
• Children: None
• Relationship status: Single
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: Caucasian (Norwegian)
• Net worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Jesper Norman Daland was born on January 6, 2000, in Kristiansand, southern Norway.

He began playing football at an early age and joined FK Vigør, a local club known for producing youth talents.

His early potential saw him progress through youth systems and later move to Stabæk’s academy before signing professionally with IK Start in 2019.

Personal Life

Jesper Daland is known for maintaining a low profile off the pitch.

He rarely gives interviews about his personal life and has kept details about family or romantic relationships private.

Career

Jesper Daland career began with FK Vigør before joining Stabæk’s youth ranks, where his defensive awareness began to attract scouts.

In January 2019, he signed professionally with IK Start.

He made his Eliteserien debut on June 17, 2020, in a 2–2 draw against Strømsgodset.

Just four days later, on June 21, he scored his first league goal in another 2–2 match versus Sandefjord.

His consistent performances earned him the Start Young Player of the Year Award (2021) and the attention of European clubs.

In May 2021, Daland transferred to Cercle Brugge in Belgium on a four-year deal reportedly worth €1 million.

He became a defensive mainstay for the team, known for his tackling, anticipation, and positional discipline.

He scored his first goal for the club in October 2021 against Standard Liège.

Over three seasons, he made more than 100 appearances, helping the club finish in the Belgian Pro League’s top 10 multiple times.

On August 20, 2024, Daland signed a four-year contract with Cardiff City, joining the EFL Championship side as part of a defensive rebuild.

His transfer was valued at £2.5 million.

In August 2025, he was loaned to Fortuna Düsseldorf in Germany’s 2. Bundesliga, with an option to buy reportedly set around €3 million.

He has since made several strong appearances, contributing to the club’s promotion push.

Jesper Daland has represented Norway at multiple youth levels — U15, U16, U17, U18, U19, and U21 — and has been shortlisted for senior national call-ups due to his performances in Belgium and England.

Awards and Achievements

• Start Young Player of the Year – 2021
• Cercle Brugge Player of the Month (November 2022)
• Consistent Norwegian U21 International (2020–2023)

Net Worth

Jesper Daland’s net worth is estimated at $2 million.

His income primarily comes from football contracts, performance bonuses, and sponsorships.

Social Media

• Instagram: @jesperdaland
• Twitter/X: @jesperdaland