Now the RBK hero has a new club
Erlend Dahl Reitan, a 28-year-old football player, is reportedly close to signing with Start after being without a club since leaving RBK.
Erlend Dahl Reitan, a former RBK player, is on the verge of transferring to Start FC as he continues his career in Norwegian football. According to local reports from Adresseavisen, he is expected to join the team's training camp in Marbella, Spain, indicating that the final details of his contract are being worked out. The right-back has been training with Ranheim since his contract with RBK ended at the beginning of the year but looks set to return to top-flight football in Eliteserien with Start.
The connection with Start is notable as it is led by Azar Karadas, another former RBK player, who guided the team to promotion in the last season's final match. The transfer also comes at a personal time for Dahl Reitan as he is expecting a family addition, signaling an exciting phase both professionally and personally for the athlete. If the deal is finalized in time, Reitan is likely to face his old team, RBK, in a friendly match in Marbella on Tuesday, which would be significant for him and the fans alike.
Reitan's move symbolizes a step forward in his career following some uncertainty after leaving RBK, where he had a notable tenure since his debut in 2016. His journey reflects the dynamics of the Eliteserien and the ongoing developments in Norwegian football as players seek new opportunities and clubs aim to strengthen their rosters ahead of the new season.