IF Elfsborg striker Mikkel Ladefoged refuses training and wants to leave Västerås SK. The club has not provided an exact explanation for his absence from the squad against Djurgården, but according to reports to Fotbollskanalen, he is refusing to train because he wants the club to sell him. IF Elfsborg is in eighth place in Allsvenskan with 21 points from 15 matches, five wins, six draws, and four losses. The team's recent form is WLLLD.
What happened?
Mikkel Ladefoged, one of the top strikers in Allsvenskan with nine goals and three assists in 14 matches, was not even in the squad against Djurgården. The club only stated that he was not available for selection. According to reports to Fotbollskanalen, Ladefoged is refusing to train because he wants to leave the club.
Why it matters for IF Elfsborg
Ladefoged is a key player for IF Elfsborg and his absence could affect the team's performance. The club is in eighth place in Allsvenskan with 21 points, 20 points behind leaders Sirius. IF Elfsborg's next match is at home against Västerås SK FK on August 16.
What comes next?
Coach Alexander Rubin has no idea if Ladefoged will be available for the next match against Elfsborg. The club has not commented on the situation, but it is clear that foreign clubs have shown interest in Ladefoged. Ten days ago, Sportbladet reported that Lincoln City wanted the striker and that the Championship newcomer was close to an agreement with VSK worth 50 million kronor.
