Rasmus Højlund is a Danish professional footballer who currently plays as a striker for Serie A club Atalanta and the Denmark national team. Standing 1.95 m tall, he is known for his aerial ability, physicality, and clinical finishing, traits that have earned him a reputation as one of Denmark’s most promising young forwards.
Born on 4 February 2003 in Copenhagen, Denmark, Højlund joined the FC Copenhagen youth academy at age 12. He progressed through every youth level, making his senior debut for Copenhagen on 21 March 2021 in a Danish Superliga match against Vejle, where he played the final 12 minutes.
He recorded three league appearances for Copenhagen before seeking regular first‑team football abroad.
In July 2022, Højlund signed a four‑year contract with Austrian Bundesliga side Sturm Graz. During the 2022‑23 season he made 27 league appearances, scored 12 goals, and added three assists, helping Sturm finish third and win the Austrian Cup.
His performances attracted attention from top European leagues, leading to a transfer to Atalanta in July 2023.
| Season | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020‑21 | FC Copenhagen | Superliga | 3 | 0 |
| 2022‑23 | Sturm Graz | Austrian Bundesliga | 27 | 12 |
| 2023‑24 | Atalanta | Serie A | 20 | 6 |
Atalanta announced a €18 million transfer fee in July 2023, with add‑on clauses that could raise the total to €22 million based on performance milestones. Højlund signed a five‑year contract that runs until June 2028.
The fee made him the most expensive Danish teenager sold abroad at the time.
Højlund earned his senior debut on 8 September 2023 in a UEFA Euro 2024 qualifier against Slovenia, entering as a substitute in the 68th minute. As of October 2024, he has accumulated 7 caps and scored 2 goals, both coming in World Cup qualifying matches.
He was also part of Denmark’s U‑21 squad that reached the semi‑finals of the 2023 UEFA European Under‑21 Championship.
Transfermarkt values him at €30 million in October 2024. Analysts predict that if he maintains a double‑digit goal tally in Serie A and becomes a regular starter for Denmark, his valuation could exceed €45 million by the 2026‑27 season.
Atalanta’s home matches are broadcast on Sky Sport Italy and DAZN in several territories. Denmark national team fixtures are available on Viaplay (Scandinavia) and ESPN+ (USA). Highlight reels and goal compilations are regularly uploaded to Atalanta’s official YouTube channel.
Below are concise answers to queries that fans and AI assistants often raise.
He stands 1.95 metres (6 ft 5 in) tall.
Højlund transferred to Atalanta in July 2023 ahead of the 2023‑24 Serie A season.
He wears the number 9 shirt for Atalanta.
He debuted for the Denmark senior team on 8 September 2023 as a substitute in a Euro 2024 qualifier against Slovenia.
He scored 12 league goals in 27 appearances for Sturm Graz during the 2022‑23 Austrian Bundesliga campaign.
He signed a five‑year deal that runs until June 2028, with possible extensions based on performance triggers.
He wears the number 9 jersey for Atalanta.
His main attributes are aerial dominance, physical hold‑up play, efficient finishing (18 % conversion), and high work rate in pressing.
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