Mathias Jensen is a Danish professional football player. He currently plays for Premier League club Brentford and the Denmark national team. His playing position is a midfielder.
Mathias Jensen played for the youth team of Hvidebæk IF and Kalundborg GB. In 2011, he joined the youth team of Nordsjælland and began his career at the club. He signed a three-year professional contract in January 2015 and was promoted into the first team squad for the 2015-16 season. In August 2018, he moved to Spain joining La Liga club Celta Vigo on a five-year contract for a transfer fee of €5 million and went made just six appearances and left the club in July 2019. In July 2019, he moved to England signing with Championship club Brentford on a four-year contract, with the option of an additional year, for an undisclosed fee, reported to be £3.5 million.
On the international level, Mathias Jensen has represented Denmark at various age levels. He has represented Denmark at U18, U19, U20, U21, and the senior level. He made his senior international team debut for Denmark on 7 October 2020. In May 2021, he was named in the Denmark squad for Euro 2020 where he appeared as a substitute in each of the six matches during the Danes’ run to the semi-final. Since his debut, he has obtained 19 caps and scored once for Denmark.
Mathias Jensen Famous For
When was Mathias Jensen born?
Mathias Jensen was born on 1 January 1996. His birthplace is Jerslev, Zealand, Denmark. He holds Danish nationality. Likewise, as per his birthdate, his zodiac sign is Capricorn. Detail about his parents has been kept secret and has not been disclosed yet. Information regarding his siblings and education are currently unavailable.
Mathias Jensen Career (club career)
Mathias Jensen played for the youth team of Hvidebæk IF and Kalundborg GB.
Nordsjælland
- In 2011, Mathias Jensen joined the youth team of Nordsjælland and began his career at the club. He signed a three-year professional contract in January 2015 and was promoted into the first team squad for the 2015-16 season. He made his senior team debut for the club on 28 February 2016 in a 1-1 draw against Viborg FF. On 1 May 2016, he scored his first goal for the club in a 2-2 draw against Rangers. During that season, he made only 5 appearances for the club, scoring once in all the competitions.
- Mathias Jensen was then a regular in the 2016-17 season where he made 23 appearances for the club, scoring 2 goals and providing 7 assists in all the competitions.
- During his 2017-18 season, it was proved to be his breakthrough season where he made 36 appearances for the club, scoring 12 goals and providing 10 assists in all the competitions as he was awarded the captaincy and his achievements were recognized by the DBU and his club with the DBU 2017 Talent of the Year and FC Nordsjælland Player of the Year awards respectively.
- After three early 2018-19 season appearances, Mathias Jensen departed Nordsjælland in August 2018.
Celta Vigo
- On 8 August 2018, Mathias Jensen moved to Spain joining La Liga club Celta Vigo on a five-year contract for a transfer fee of €5 million and went made just six appearances and left the club in July 2019.
Brentford
- On 10 July 2019, Mathias Jensen moved to England signing with Championship club Brentford on a four-year contract, with the option of an additional year, for an undisclosed fee, reported to be £3.5 million. He made his debut for the club on 3 August 2019 in a 1-0 loss against Birmingham City. On 30 November 2019, he scored his first goal for the club in a 7-0 win against Luton. In his first season, he made 43 appearances for the club, scoring once and providing 7 assists in all the competitions as Brentford ended with defeat in the 2020 Championship play-off Final.
- During his 2020-21 season, Mathias Jensen made 53 appearances for the club, scoring 2 goals and providing 8 assists in all the competitions as Brentford finished their 2021 Championship play-off Final-winning that season.
- During his 2021-22 season, Mathias Jensen made 35 appearances for the club, providing 2 assists in all the competitions.
- Entering the final year of his contract, Mathias Jensen began the 2022-23 season in a starting role. On 13 August 2022, he scored his first Premier League goal for the club in a 4-0 win over Manchester United as he was recognized as the man of the match award.
International Career
- Mathias Jensen has represented Denmark at various age levels.
- Mathias Jensen has represented Denmark at U18, U19, U20, U21, and the senior level.
- Mathias Jensen made 30 appearances and scored 3 goals for Denmark between U18 and U21 levels.
- Mathias Jensen was a part of Denmark’s squads at the 2017 and 2019 European U21 Championships.
- Mathias Jensen was named in the senior team’s preliminary 35-man squad for the 2018 World Cup but he was not included in the final squad.
- Mathias Jensen made his senior international team debut for Denmark on 7 October 2020 in a 4-0 friendly win against Faroe Islands.
- On 28 March 2021, Mathias Jensen scored his first senior international goal for Denmark in an 8-0 win against Moldova in a 2022 World Cup qualifying.
- In May 2021, Mathias Jensen he was named in the Denmark squad for Euro 2020 where he appeared as a substitute in each of the six matches during the Danes’ run to the semi-final.
- Since his debut, Mathias Jensen has obtained 19 caps and scored once for Denmark.
Who is Mathias Jensen’s Girlfriend?
Looking at his personal life, Mathias Jensen is not single. Currently, he is in a long-term relationship with a beautiful girlfriend, Victoria Marie Strandstoft who has been together for a long time. They started their relationship back in 2018 and they announced it in the summer when they were seen kissing at the stadium during the World Cup. Many believe that Victoria Marie Strandstoft is Mathias Jensen’s wife as she gave birth to his first child, but the couple is still dating. Maybe they will tie the knot in the near future but for now, a wedding is not in their plans. At present, they are living happily together. Any updates on his love will be updated here soon.
Mathias Jensen Net Worth, Salary, Contract
Mathias is a very talented football player and with his continuous hard work and dedication, he has accumulated a huge amount of money from his football career which is his major source of wealth. In August 2018, Mathias Jensen moved to Spain joining La Liga club Celta Vigo on a five-year contract for a transfer fee of €5 million. In July 2019, Mathias Jensen moved to England signing with Championship club Brentford on a four-year contract, with the option of an additional year, for an undisclosed fee, reported to be £3.5 million. As of 2022, his net worth is believed to be around $1 million-$5 million where he received £1.5 million as a yearly salary from his current club. Besides this, his income is from contracts, salaries, bonuses, and endorsements. As of now, he is satisfied with his earnings. In addition, his market value is around €10 million.
Mathias Jensen Height and Weight
Mathias Jensen stands at a height of 1.80m i.e. 5 feet and 11 inches tall. He has a body weight of 68kg. He has an athletic body build. His eye color is blue and his hair color is brown. In addition, his sexual orientation is straight. Overall, he has got a healthy and balanced body.
Mathias Jensen’s Transfer History
- Mathias Jensen played for the youth team of Hvidebæk IF and Kalundborg GB.
- In 2011, Mathias Jensen joined the youth team of Nordsjælland and began his career at the club.
- In August 2018, Mathias Jensen moved to Spain joining La Liga club Celta Vigo on a five-year contract for a transfer fee of €5 million.
- In July 2019, Mathias Jensen moved to England signing with Championship club Brentford on a four-year contract, with the option of an additional year, for an undisclosed fee, reported to be £3.5 million.
Awards and Achievements
Honors
- Won the 2021 EFL Championship play-offs with Brentford.
Awards
- Won the 2017 Danish Talent of the Year.
- Won the 2017-18 FC Nordsjælland Player of the Year.
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