Häcken has signed Simen Hestnes, a 30-year-old Norwegian midfielder, on a free transfer from KFUM Oslo. Hestnes joins Häcken after Silas Andersen was sold to Sporting last week.

Who is Simen Hestnes?

Simen Hestnes is an experienced midfielder with 55 points in 186 matches in the Norwegian football league. He is described by Häcken's football manager, Martin Ericson, as an all-around midfielder with great work capacity.

Why is Hestnes a good signing for Häcken?

Hestnes looks forward to playing in Allsvenskan, which he describes as more offensive than the Norwegian league. He believes his playing style suits Häcken and Allsvenskan well.

How can Hestnes affect Häcken's chances in Allsvenskan?

Häcken is currently in second place in Allsvenskan with 20 points in ten matches. With Hestnes in the team, Häcken hopes to improve its position in the table.

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Häcken has had a strong start to the season, with 64 points in 26 matches in the Damallsvenskan. The team also has an impressive goal difference of +69, with 86 goals scored and 17 goals conceded. Häcken is currently leading the Damallsvenskan, 2 points ahead of Hammarby FF.