Jakob Glesnes
31-Year-Old
Los Angeles Galaxy
MLS
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Glesnes has been a fixture in the backline since joining the Union from Stromsgodset in 2020, logging 2,700-plus minutes in each of the past four seasons. While Glesnes had several blunders, including two own goals across all competitions, he still flashed moments of brilliance with two goals and two assists in 2024. Philadelphia will be in the market for a center-back after Damion Lowe's departure, but Glesnes should be a nailed starter again for the Union.
Transferred to LA Galaxy
Glesnes was transferred to LA Galaxy from Philadelphia in exchange for $1,100,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM), his new club announced. "We are thrilled to welcome Jakob and his family to Los Angeles. In his six years in MLS, Jakob has established himself as one of the best center-backs in the league and a back-line leader on multiple Supporter's Shield winning teams. We look forward to having Jakob join the group in January as we prepare for the 2026 campaign," said Will Kuntz, General Manager, LA Galaxy.
ANALYSIS
Glesnes has played 181 games with 178 starts in his MLS career, recording nine goals and 10 assists. Before joining the Union, Glesnes played in Norway's top division, the Eliteserien, representing Stromsgodset Toppfotball. In his six seasons with Philly, he was named the 2022 MLS Defender of the Year, a two time MLS Best XI selection, and a three time MLS All Star (2022, 2023, 2025).
Glesnes has played 181 games with 178 starts in his MLS career, recording nine goals and 10 assists. Before joining the Union, Glesnes played in Norway's top division, the Eliteserien, representing Stromsgodset Toppfotball. In his six seasons with Philly, he was named the 2022 MLS Defender of the Year, a two time MLS Best XI selection, and a three time MLS All Star (2022, 2023, 2025).
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Extends with Philadelphia
Glesnes has signed an extension with Philadelphia.
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Suspension served
Glesnes has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the match vs Chicago on Saturday.
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Set for another suspension
Glesnes had two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 29th minute.
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Logs nine clearances in win
Glesnes made nine clearances and one interception and was shown a yellow card during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Montreal.
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Makes five clearances
Glesnes took two off target shots, made two interceptions, two tackles (winning one) and five clearances during Saturday's 2-0 win over New York Red Bulls.
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