1. FC Nürnberg has announced the acquisition of Norwegian forward Sigurd Haugen, who joins the club on a free transfer for the 2026/27 season. The move, finalized on July 1, 2026, sees Haugen depart TSV 1860 München after a productive spell in the 3. LigaCompetition·3. Liga.
Haugen arrives in Nuremberg following a strong 2025/26 season with TSV 1860 München, where he established himself as one of the 3. LigaCompetition·3. Liga's most effective offensive players. During his time with the Munich-based club, he registered 16 goals and provided four assists across 35 appearances in the league. His consistent performance made him a sought-after talent, and his availability on a free transfer presented a significant opportunity for Nürnberg.
The circumstances surrounding Haugen's departure from TSV 1860 München were dictated by the club's unfortunate relegation to the Regionalliga, a consequence of insolvency proceedings. This situation allowed 1. FC Nürnberg to secure the forward without a transfer fee, a strategic move to bolster their attacking options.
Nürnberg's Sporting Director, Joti Chatzialexiou, expressed considerable enthusiasm for the new signing.
"Sigurd Haugen has proven his goal-scoring qualities multiple times in recent years and has also impressed in the 3. Liga over the last two years. The situation at 1860 offered us the opportunity to convince him to continue his path in Nuremberg. We are delighted that he has chosen the Club and will now bring his strengths to FCN."— Joti Chatzialexiou.
Haugen himself shared his eagerness to make an impact at his new club.
"I had two good years in the 3. Liga recently and now want to show my qualities a league higher. FCN made a great effort to sign me and gave me the feeling that I have the perfect chance here in Nuremberg. I am looking forward to playing for the Club in the second league immediately."— Sigurd Haugen.
1. FC Nürnberg concluded the 2025/26 season in 8th place in the 2. Bundesliga table, demonstrating an average form with 12 wins, 10 draws, and 12 losses. The team scored a total of 47 goals in the league campaign. Their DFB-Pokal journey ended in the first round. Miroslav KloseCoach·Miroslav Klose served as the team's head coach throughout the 2025/26 season. The addition of a clinical finisher like Haugen is expected to provide a crucial boost to Nürnberg's attacking prowess as they aim for an improved performance in the upcoming 2026/27 2. Bundesliga season.
Sigurd Haugen (9) of 1. FC Nürnberg gives an interview during training. Zink/IMAGO
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