Jesper Håkansson

Jesper Håkansson (born 1981-08-14 in Albertslund) is a Denmark professional football (soccer) who currently plays for the Newcastle United Jets FC in the Australian A-League.

Club career

Håkansson can play as attacking midfield, winger or striker and has extensive experience having played in the Danish, Dutch and Swedish leagues.

In 1997 Håkansson won the Danish Football Association Young Players of the Year award. He made his first team debut in the Danish 1st Division at age 16 making him the second youngest player Boldklubben Frem player ever after Sophus Nielsen.

After leaving BK Frem in 1999 Håkansson trialled with Manchester United F.C.. He chose however to join Dutch Eredivisie club SC Heerenveen where he would get more game time. He scored a goal on his debut against Dutch giants AFC Ajax.

In April 2007 he was called up for the Danish national team, but has not yet featured in a competitive game.

Honours

With Djurgårdens IF:
- Allsvenskan: 2005
- Svenska Cupen: 2005
Personal Honours:
- Danish Football Association Young Players of the Year: 1997