A modern defensive midfielder, his composure on the ball and intelligent positioning provide a crucial shield in front of the back four. Career record: club career at FK Bodø/Glimt.
One rank above: Gøran Sørloth at #30.
One rank below: Berg Hestad at #32.
Norway's editorial top five: Erling Haaland · Martin Ødegaard · Rune Bratseth · Erik Thorstvedt · John Arne Riise.