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Jesper Daland played regularly for Fortuna Düsseldorf during his loan spell at the German club last season and would have expected to receive opportunities at Cardiff City after returning. However, he has been sent out on loan again, as Cardiff City have confirmed that the centre-back will leave the club temporarily. According to The Bluebirds’ website, Daland has joined Viking on loan in the Norwegian top flight as he looks to continue playing regularly. Daland returns to Norway on loan Daland moved to Wales in the summer of 2024 and became a regular member of the Cardiff team for part of the 2024/2025 season. During the following campaign, he moved on loan to Germany and impressed with Fortuna Düsseldorf, but he has still not managed to fully convince Cardiff that he should remain in their plans. As a result, he will now spend another period away from the club. At Viking, Daland will return to his home country, and the Eliteserien side should benefit from signing a player who has experience of competing in more demanding leagues and has performed well at those levels. Defender aims to maintain progress The centre back did not want to spend time on the bench in England, and his decision to join Viking shows his desire to continue developing through regular football. That determination is the mentality Viking will want from their players as they aim to achieve their targets this season. Daland’s experience abroad could provide the team with greater quality and stability during the remaining matches of the campaign. The move also allows Daland to maintain his progress and prove his ability while playing in familiar surroundings. Viking will hope his arrival can strengthen their squad and help them challenge for a place in European competition. If the team cannot compete for the league title, the addition of an experienced defender like Daland could still help them finish the season in the European places and achieve a positive result.