Arsenal are keeping a close eye on Djurgården midfielder Bo Hegland
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Arsenal are among the clubs keeping a close eye on Djurgården midfielder Bo Hegland, Daily Arsenal understands.
The 22-year-old Norwegian has emerged as one of the standout performers in Swedish football this season, attracting interest from several clubs across Europe.
His impressive performances in the Allsvenskan have now put him on Arsenal’s radar ahead of the upcoming transfer windows.
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Daily Arsenal understands that the Gunners are tracking Hegland’s development, although there is currently nothing concrete regarding a potential move to North London.
The midfielder has also been linked with Barcelona, Newcastle United and Anderlecht in recent months.
According to Swedish newspaper Expressen, Barcelona sent representatives to watch Hegland during Djurgården’s 2-0 victory over GAIS in September.
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He registered both a goal and an assist in that encounter, taking his tally to eight goals and 15 assists in 21 league appearances at the time.
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The Norwegian joined Djurgården from Moss FK in the summer of 2025 and is under contract with the Swedish club until December 2029.
Despite initially struggling for regular playing time following his arrival, Hegland has established himself as an important figure in Djurgården’s midfield.
Hegland’s impressive season in Sweden
The 22-year-old has developed into one of the Allsvenskan’s most productive attacking players, contributing regularly in front of goal.
According to the league’s official statistics, Hegland has registered 10 goals and 16 assists in 25 appearances during the 2026 campaign.
His creativity, passing ability and eye for goal have been key features of his game, while his deliveries from set pieces provide another attacking threat.
The Norwegian’s performances have also seen him emerge as one of the most exciting young talents currently playing in Swedish football.
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With his contract running until the end of 2029, Djurgården remain in a strong position regarding the midfielder’s future.
For Arsenal, Bo Hegland remains a player of interest rather than the subject of active negotiations, with no concrete developments yet at this stage.
Sources have also told Daily Arsenal that regular playing time will be a key factor in the 22-year-old’s choice of next club.
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