Molde have officially brought back player Fjørtoft Løvik after a spell away from the club. The 24-year-old winger’s return arrives as the team sits in a tough spot, currently 10th in Eliteserien with 39 points from 30 games - a slump that has left them with no wins in their last five matches (LDLLD).
What happened to Løvik?
Fjørtoft Løvik left Molde in summer 2024 to try his luck abroad. After two seasons away, he’s now back at Aker Stadion. Løvik previously scored 12 goals and made eight assists during his first spell at Molde between 2020 and 2024, and manager Erling Moe has stressed the winger’s speed and technique are vital to the team’s attack. The return follows Molde’s 2-1 loss at Sarpsborg 08 FF on 25 May 2026 - a result that underlined the need for fresh attacking options.
Why it matters for Molde
With just 46 goals scored so far this season and a goal difference of +4, Molde need more firepower. Løvik, who has already trained with the first team this week, gives Moe more options on the wings. The side trails league leaders Viking by 32 points, and with poor recent form (0W-2D-3L) every signing counts. Their last five games have been bleak: LDLLD, and their next fixture - a home clash with Sarpsborg 08 FF on 2 August 2026 - looks set to test a team still searching for rhythm.
What comes next for Løvik and Molde?
Løvik will undergo a medical before the deal is finalised. Molde sit ninth in the table and need points to avoid another disappointing season. Erling Moe has said Løvik is already part of the training setup and could make his debut as early as next week’s cup tie against Ranheim. The targets are clear: climb the table and secure a top-half finish before summer’s end. With only 12 wins so far and a defence that has conceded 42 goals, every new face is a chance - but time is running out.
