Portland Timbers make loan offer for Danish striker Kasper Junker

The Timbers are looking to bolster their forward line with the Danish international.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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According to reports, the Portland Timbers have put in a loan offer for Danish striker Kasper Junker. Junker currently plays for Norwegian club Bodo/Glimt and is considered one of the top young forwards in Scandinavia. The Timbers are said to be exploring multiple options to strengthen their attack this offseason.

Why it matters

The Timbers are looking to build on a solid 2025 season and make a deeper playoff run in 2026. Adding a talented young striker like Junker could provide a boost to their offense and help them compete for a Western Conference title.

The details

Junker, 24, has been a standout performer for Bodo/Glimt, scoring 28 goals in 32 appearances across all competitions last season. The Timbers are reportedly interested in bringing him in on a loan deal with an option to buy at the end of the 2026 season.

  • The Timbers made the loan offer for Junker in early February 2026.

The players

Kasper Junker

A 24-year-old Danish striker who currently plays for Norwegian club Bodo/Glimt and is considered one of the top young forwards in Scandinavia.

Portland Timbers

A professional soccer team based in Portland, Oregon that plays in Major League Soccer (MLS).

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What’s next

If the loan deal is finalized, Junker would join the Timbers ahead of the 2026 MLS season and look to make an immediate impact on the team's offense.

The takeaway

The Timbers' pursuit of Junker demonstrates their commitment to strengthening their roster and competing for trophies in 2026. Adding a talented young striker like Junker could provide a significant boost to their attack.