' Mats Moller Daehli completes his move to Cardiff City '

Ive spoken to many Norwegian media and they All say Mat is Class


Mats Moller Daehli turns Manchester United down to join Cardiff City for an undisclosed fee
11th Jan 2014
The 18-year-old Norwegian has completed his move to Cardiff City saying he wanted to play for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer again

Mats Moller Daehli completes his move to Cardiff City

Norwegian starlet Mats Moller Daehli has completed his long awaited move from Molde to Cardiff City.

The youngster, who was photographed arriving at the Bluebirds' Vale Hotel base last Sunday, had been expected to completed his deal earlier this week.


But, as Manchester United, who were given first refusal for their former academy player, were interested, the youngster had a big decision to make.

Today, he turned the Red Devils down to play for Solskjaer, who coached him at United and Molde, once again.

Daehli said: "I went to Manchester United as a 15-year-old and it was my dream to play for them.

"But I know the manager here at Cardiff and I have chosen to play for him again."


The highly rated attacking midfielder, who can also play out wide, turns 19 in March and has joined for an undisclosed fee.

Solskjaer likened his new capture to the Manchester City duo of David Silva and Samir Nasri in his style of play.

“I don’t wish to compare him to others because he is not 19 until March and doesn’t need any extra pressure,” said Solskjaer.

“But Mats is the type of player who likes to get between defensive lines, take people on and create openings.

“When you see the Nasris, Silvas and that type of player, you look at Mats and think he could end up as similar in his style.

“I had him with me at Molde and know what he is capable of. He is an outstanding talent, made his international debut in November and will bring energy, enthusiasm and ball control to the team.

“He had the opportunity to go elsewhere, but the fact he has chosen us underlines his desire to do well for Cardiff City.”

The sudden United interest was the reason for the delay in Daehli putting pen to paper on a Bluebirds deal.

Daehli said: “I joined Man Utd as a 15-year-old and my dream was to play for them.

“But I also wanted to play for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the Premier League.

“He wanted to take me to Cardiff with him and I’m very happy to have signed for this club.”

Solskjaer said: “We met a bit of competition for the signature of Mats but we’re obviously delighted he has joined us.

“Manchester United was an option for him, but his decision to sign for Cardiff indicates how well he wishes to do with us.”

Solsjkaer is also being linked with a move for Manchester United outcast Wilfried Zaha in a loan deal.

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I don't want to add any pressure on the lad - But Bluebirds he is like Nasri or Silva

No pressure there then

Great signing and I reckon he'll be blooded against city and united!

Hear he chose us over Man Utd This lad must be something real good

The fact that he's turned down his dream of playing for Man United to play under solskjaer again, shows what players think of solskjear and the way he manages.

Quite excited by this signing

The fact that he's turned down his dream of playing for Man United to play under solskjaer again, shows what players think of solskjear and the way he manages.

Quite excited by this signing

He wants first team football and he wont get that with Man U

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=zEpS1SlJJg ... 3Dyoutu.be

The fact that he's turned down his dream of playing for Man United to play under solskjaer again, shows what players think of solskjear and the way he manages.

Quite excited by this signing

He wants first team football and he wont get that with Man U

Yeah but a lot of cocky kids wouldn't realise that. Caulker made a similar call.

He seems a prospect hope he works out for us
Don't want to be a doom merchant but
We 're in the R/zone need some experience to get out

I've always been a United fan, and I've followed the academy there for several years. Letting Daehli and Eikrem go are one of the worst decisions made by the SAF regime - up there with Pogba etc. Especially Daehli has been considered to be probably the biggest Norwegian talent of all time, some people might say that doesn't really say much, but following him now for 4 years, I can calm everyone down - this guy takes on every challenge with ease. He was told when he was bought to Molde by Ole that he would have to settle in and that they would let him fight for his spot. It took him a week or so to come on and show his brilliance. He is, and I'd hate using this word too much, OUTSTANDING. After three or four months he was called up to the national team - he was OUTSTANDING, best player on the pitch.

People think this guy is for the future - that is also correct, but within a week or two he will have his first opportunity, and I couldn't be less afraid of him not taking this step. His ball control is very, very, good - he is extremely creative, his only "downside" is his physique, but to be fair, that doesn't seem to be a problem for Mata, Silva, Januzaj etc. This is not the 90's anymore, these kind of players are able to dominate matches in modern football.

My point is; this is NOT only a future signing, this lad will be on the pitch in a very short time and will, hopefully, thrill you with his enthusiasm, work ethic and sheer love for the game. He is a reason alone to watch football - mark my words.

I'm now officially a bluebird, I even watch Cardiff matches instead of United matches, I really like Cardiff's style of playing, I have a strong feeling they'll stay up and even show signs of what Ole wants; dedicated, fast-paced, entertaining attacking football.

I've always been a United fan, and I've followed the academy there for several years. Letting Daehli and Eikrem go are one of the worst decisions made by the SAF regime - up there with Pogba etc. Especially Daehli has been considered to be probably the biggest Norwegian talent of all time, some people might say that doesn't really say much, but following him now for 4 years, I can calm everyone down - this guy takes on every challenge with ease. He was told when he was bought to Molde by Ole that he would have to settle in and that they would let him fight for his spot. It took him a week or so to come on and show his brilliance. He is, and I'd hate using this word too much, OUTSTANDING. After three or four months he was called up to the national team - he was OUTSTANDING, best player on the pitch.

People think this guy is for the future - that is also correct, but within a week or two he will have his first opportunity, and I couldn't be less afraid of him not taking this step. His ball control is very, very, good - he is extremely creative, his only "downside" is his physique, but to be fair, that doesn't seem to be a problem for Mata, Silva, Januzaj etc. This is not the 90's anymore, these kind of players are able to dominate matches in modern football.

My point is; this is NOT only a future signing, this lad will be on the pitch in a very short time and will, hopefully, thrill you with his enthusiasm, work ethic and sheer love for the game. He is a reason alone to watch football - mark my words.

I'm now officially a bluebird, I even watch Cardiff matches instead of United matches, I really like Cardiff's style of playing, I have a strong feeling they'll stay up and even show signs of what Ole wants; dedicated, fast-paced, entertaining attacking football.

Thanks for taking the time out to post this mate, as you've even got this old bugger excited now!

I desperately want your last paragraph to be true as well!

I've always been a United fan, and I've followed the academy there for several years. Letting Daehli and Eikrem go are one of the worst decisions made by the SAF regime - up there with Pogba etc. Especially Daehli has been considered to be probably the biggest Norwegian talent of all time, some people might say that doesn't really say much, but following him now for 4 years, I can calm everyone down - this guy takes on every challenge with ease. He was told when he was bought to Molde by Ole that he would have to settle in and that they would let him fight for his spot. It took him a week or so to come on and show his brilliance. He is, and I'd hate using this word too much, OUTSTANDING. After three or four months he was called up to the national team - he was OUTSTANDING, best player on the pitch.

People think this guy is for the future - that is also correct, but within a week or two he will have his first opportunity, and I couldn't be less afraid of him not taking this step. His ball control is very, very, good - he is extremely creative, his only "downside" is his physique, but to be fair, that doesn't seem to be a problem for Mata, Silva, Januzaj etc. This is not the 90's anymore, these kind of players are able to dominate matches in modern football.

My point is; this is NOT only a future signing, this lad will be on the pitch in a very short time and will, hopefully, thrill you with his enthusiasm, work ethic and sheer love for the game. He is a reason alone to watch football - mark my words.

I'm now officially a bluebird, I even watch Cardiff matches instead of United matches, I really like Cardiff's style of playing, I have a strong feeling they'll stay up and even show signs of what Ole wants; dedicated, fast-paced, entertaining attacking football.

Fantastic first post, keep posting we want to know loads about the new signings

I think Mats Møller Dæhli is fantastic signing for you. He's undoubtably Norway's biggest talent ever, and I'm 100% sure he will be a success for you. I went to the same elementary school as Mats for 5 years(I'm 2 years younger than him), and remember him well. I often played against him in the schoolyard and already then, I was stunned by his talent. He could play alone against whole school classes in the schoolyard, and still win comfortable.
When Mats was 15 he transfered from local club Lyn to Stabæk because of Lyn's bankrupcy, 6 months later when he was gonna transfer to ManUnited, he went back to Lyn just so Lyn could get the transfer money, and help them.

I think Mats Møller Dæhli is fantastic signing for you. He's undoubtably Norway's biggest talent ever, and I'm 100% sure he will be a success for you. I went to the same elementary school as Mats for 5 years(I'm 2 years younger than him), and remember him well. I often played against him in the schoolyard and already then, I was stunned by his talent. He could play alone against whole school classes in the schoolyard, and still win comfortable.
When Mats was 15 he transfered from local club Lyn to Stabæk because of Lyn's bankrupcy, 6 months later when he was gonna transfer to ManUnited, he went back to Lyn just so Lyn could get the transfer money, and help them.

Thanks for your input Gambidu1....welcome to Cardiff City.

I've always been a United fan, and I've followed the academy there for several years. Letting Daehli and Eikrem go are one of the worst decisions made by the SAF regime - up there with Pogba etc. Especially Daehli has been considered to be probably the biggest Norwegian talent of all time, some people might say that doesn't really say much, but following him now for 4 years, I can calm everyone down - this guy takes on every challenge with ease. He was told when he was bought to Molde by Ole that he would have to settle in and that they would let him fight for his spot. It took him a week or so to come on and show his brilliance. He is, and I'd hate using this word too much, OUTSTANDING. After three or four months he was called up to the national team - he was OUTSTANDING, best player on the pitch.

People think this guy is for the future - that is also correct, but within a week or two he will have his first opportunity, and I couldn't be less afraid of him not taking this step. His ball control is very, very, good - he is extremely creative, his only "downside" is his physique, but to be fair, that doesn't seem to be a problem for Mata, Silva, Januzaj etc. This is not the 90's anymore, these kind of players are able to dominate matches in modern football.

My point is; this is NOT only a future signing, this lad will be on the pitch in a very short time and will, hopefully, thrill you with his enthusiasm, work ethic and sheer love for the game. He is a reason alone to watch football - mark my words.

I'm now officially a bluebird, I even watch Cardiff matches instead of United matches, I really like Cardiff's style of playing, I have a strong feeling they'll stay up and even show signs of what Ole wants; dedicated, fast-paced, entertaining attacking football.

A very enjoyable read made me so enthusiastic and excited to fellow the young lads break through at our beloved club thank you fellow bluebird.......