FC Midtjylland has loaned striker Rasmus Højlund to Israeli club Hapoel Be'er Sheva for one season. The move was reported by DR Sporten on September 7, 2026.
The Herning-based club currently sits second in the Superliga with 14 points from six games, four points behind leaders FC Copenhagen. The team has scored 10 goals and conceded five this season. Their last result was a 1-1 draw against Lyngby on August 16, and their recent form shows three draws and two losses from the last five matches.
Who is Rasmus Højlund?
The 23-year-old striker has made 40 appearances for FC Midtjylland, scoring 12 goals. He has also established himself with the Israeli national team, netting five goals in ten caps. Højlund's contract with the Danish club runs until the summer of 2025. A loan deal now offers him the chance for more playing time in a different league.
The FC Midtjylland coach told DR Sporten, "We are pleased to see Rasmus develop in a new environment, and we believe this will benefit both him and the club." The loan means the club temporarily loses an attacking option as they compete at the top of the table. You can view the full squad on our squad page.
How does it affect FC Midtjylland's squad?
Højlund's loan comes at a time when the team is already missing players due to injuries. Full-back David Martínez Morales and defender Mads Bech Sørensen are both currently sidelined. This reduces the manager's options for rotation and tactical changes.
With Højlund's departure, there are fewer forwards to choose from in the upcoming fixtures. The club's next task is a home match against Lyngby on October 25th. Lyngby sits in eighth place in the league. You can follow the full schedule on our fixtures page.
What does it mean for the rest of the season?
FC Midtjylland's goal is clearly to remain at the top and challenge for the title. With a four-point gap to FC Copenhagen, there is little room for error. Loaning Højlund can be seen as a long-term investment in the player, who may return as a stronger and more experienced footballer.
It will be essential for the remaining forwards to step up and deliver goals. The team's current form shows they have struggled to win matches, with three draws and two losses in the last five. To hold onto second place and pressure FC Copenhagen, they must find more consistent scoring. You can track the league's progress closely on our standings page.
The next home match against Lyngby on October 25th will be an important test of the team's ambition level without Højlund in the squad.
