Victor Eriksson, born on 17 September 2000, is a solid Scandinavian talent who’s moulded his defensive skills on the frozen pitches of Sweden. This strapping young defender, aged 24, has become a key figure of grit and resolve at Hammarby IF, comfortably slotting into the role of a central defender. Eriksson’s presence on the pitch, standing at an impressive 6ft 3in (1.93m) and weighing in at 13st 5lb (85kg), is undoubtedly imposing. Characterised by his number 4 jersey, he’s a fortress in the backline, and a familiar face to the Hammarby faithful.
As valued by the insightful Transfermarkt, Eriksson's current market value hovers around a respectable £2.5m. The defensive powerhouse is contracted with Hammarby IF for another three and a half years, with his stay set to draw to a close on the final day of the year 2028.
Eriksson's dedication and ardour for the game were evident early in his career. During his debut season in 2022 with IFK Varnamo, Eriksson pulled on the first team shirt 30 times. In the 2023 season, his last with Varnamo, Eriksson tallied 29 appearances, providing the team with a sense of defensive stability.
2024 proved to be a game of two halves for Eriksson. He swapped Scandinavian soils for those across the pond, albeit briefly, appearing four times in Minnesota United's line-up before returning to the familiar Swedish breezes. Eriksson's adaptability shone through as he made 17 appearances in his first season with Hammarby IF. A season, it would seem, of settling in and moulding himself into his new surroundings.
Eriksson's current 2025 season with Hammarby has been marked with newfound offensive flair. The towering defender has made 18 first appearances, even managing to get his name on the score sheet once. No doubt, Eriksson has issued a hearty 'Skål' to that. An event that encapsulates both his defensive rigour and blooming offensive prowess.
