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Patrick Mortensen (born 13 July 1989) is a Danish professional footballer who plays as a striker for and captains Danish Superliga club AGF.

Key Information

Progressing through the youth academies of various clubs on Amager, Mortensen made his senior debut for the flagship team on the island, Fremad Amager, in October 2006, before being signed as an emerging talent by Danish Superliga club Brøndby the following year. He never managed to break through to their first team, and as a result moved to Lyngby Boldklub, where he developed into a natural goalscorer. In 2015, he signed with Norwegian Tippeligaen club Sarpsborg 08, where he was part of their successful UEFA Europa League campaign in the 2018–19 season, reaching the group stage. He returned to Denmark in January 2019, and signed with AGF. In his second season there he scored 17 league goals, finishing runner-up to the top scorer title as the club finished in third place.

Mortensen has gained 7 caps for the Denmark U21 team, in which he scored two goals. In November 2020, he was called up to Kasper Hjulmand's senior squad for the first time.

Club career

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Early career

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Born in Copenhagen, through his youth years, Mortensen has represented several clubs from Copenhagen such as AB 70, Amager United and the merger youth academy of several clubs from Amager, FS Amager, which changed its name to Amager - Øens Hold in the time Mortensen played there.[2]

Mortensen began his senior career for the second-tier Danish 1st Division club Fremad Amager. In the period before his debut at senior level, he had been allowed to practice as an amateur with club's first team by the then head coach Benny Johansen and convinced the club's professional management to offer him a more permanent contract, which he signed on 5 November 2006.[2][3] He officially made his debut as a 17-year-old for the club's first team on 15 October 2006, a month after his 17th birthday, in a home game at Sundby Idrætspark against Lyngby Boldklub in the 1st Division, when he came on as a substitute for Lars Brøgger in the 84th minute.[4] Mortensen subsequently reached a total of 10 appearances with one goal, in the home game against Thisted on 15 April 2007, in the 2006–07 season, after which Fremad Amager suffered relegation to the third-tier Danish 2nd Division.

Brøndby

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With effect from 1 August 2007, Mortensen moved to Danish Superliga club Brøndby on a two-year contract and thus accompanied one of his former head coaches Peer F. Hansen to Brøndby, where Hansen had recently been hired as a U21 coach.[5][6][7] Mortensen began his tenure at the club's reserve team in the third-tier Danish 2nd Division East, where he made his debut on 19 August 2007 in an away match against FC Roskilde.[6] In early March 2008, Mortensen was on a three-day trial practice with the northern French Ligue 1 club Lille, but this did not result in a move.[4][8]

Lyngby

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On 1 September 2009, Brøndby sent Mortensen on a six-month loan to Lyngby Boldklub in the second-tier 1st Division.[9] He played his first game for the club on 6 September, when he came on as a substitute for Anders Christiansen in a 1–0 defeat at Viborg.[10] On 27 September, he scored his first goal, in a 3–0 win over Brabrand. On 15 December 2009, Mortensen's move to Lyngby became permanent, joining the club on a three-year deal.[11] At the end of that same season, Lyngby earned promotion to the Superliga.

On 29 August 2010, Mortensen managed to score his first goal in the top division, in the 3–3 home draw against his former team Brøndby. The match became mostly known for Remco van der Schaaf scoring a hat-trick for the away team.[12] Lyngby suffered relegation back to the 1st Division at the end of the next season, with Mortensen remaining in the team until the summer of 2015. He finished his five-and-a-half-year stint with the club with 172 appearances in which he scored 66 goals.[13]

Sarpsborg 08

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In March 2015, Mortensen signed with Norwegian club Sarpsborg 08, with him joining the team from June in the same year.[14] He played his first game for the club on 26 July 2015, in an Tippeligaen fixture against Mjøndalen IF. As a starter in the match, he immediately showed goal scoring prowess by scoring his first goal for the team, which was, however, not enough for his team to win the game, as it ended in a 2–2 draw.[15] He scored again the next league game against Rosenborg in a 3–2 loss.[16] While at Sarpsborg, Mortensen was part of two Norwegian Football Cup finals; in 2015 and 2017. Both finals were lost, to Rosenborg and Lillestrøm, respectively.[17][18]

With Sarpsborg, he participated in the group stage of the 2018–19 UEFA Europa League where he distinguished himself on 4 October 2018 by scoring a brace against Belgian club Genk, contributing to the 3–1 victory of his team.[19] He scored another European goal against Malmö FF on 8 November in a 1–1 draw.[20] His team, however, finished bottom of the group and failed to advance in the competition.[21][22]

AGF

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On 12 January 2019, Mortensen moved from Sarpsborg to AGF on a four-year contract.[23] He scored his first goal for the club on 15 February in a 2–0 away win over SønderjyskE.[24] He scored nine goals in his first 12 appearances for AGF, as the team reached play-offs for European football.[25]

Mortensen experienced as strong second season in Aarhus, especially in the second half of the season, as AGF finished third in the league table. Part of the success was thanks to Mortensen's sharpness in front of goal, as he finished runner-up in the top goalscorer title of the Superliga, one goal behind Ronnie Schwartz.[26] He made 39 league appearances in which he scored 18 goals.[13] He was subsequently voted AGF Player of the Year for 2019–20.[26]

Mortensen scored eight goals before the winter break of the 2020–21 Danish Superliga, along with two goals in two appearances in the Europa League, as AGF were knocked out in the second qualifying round to Slovenian club NŠ Mura.[13][27]

On 21 October 2024, Mortensen broke the record for most penalty kick goals in the Danish Superliga with 22 goals, in a 1-0 win against Brøndby.[28]

International career

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Mortensen made his debut for the Denmark under-21 national team in 2010.

In November 2020, he was called up to Kasper Hjulmand's senior squad for the friendly against Sweden due to several cancellations from, among others, the Danish national team players playing in England, due to the COVID-19 restrictions, as well as a case of COVID-19 in the squad, which had put several national team players in quarantine. He was on the bench for the game against Sweden.[29]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of match played 24 August 2025[30]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup[a] Europe Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Lyngby 2009–10 Danish 1st Division 21 8 0 0 21 8
2010–11 Danish Superliga 27 4 2 1 29 5
2011–12 Danish Superliga 27 6 0 0 27 6
2012–13 Danish 1st Division 31 12 2 2 33 14
2013–14 Danish 1st Division 33 23 2 2 35 25
2014–15 Danish 1st Division 27 8 0 0 27 8
Total 166 61 6 5 172 66
Sarpsborg 08 2015 Tippeligaen 10 3 3 3 13 6
2016 Tippeligaen 26 5 3 2 29 7
2017 Eliteserien 30 12 6 3 36 15
2018 Eliteserien 28 12 1 0 14[b] 7 43 19
Total 94 32 13 8 14 7 121 47
AGF 2018–19 Danish Superliga 12 9 0 0 12 9
2019–20 Danish Superliga 35 18 4 1 39 19
2020–21 Danish Superliga 29 15 5 2 2[b] 2 36 19
2021–22 Danish Superliga 28 6 2 0 30 6
2022–23 Danish Superliga 32 16 1 0 33 16
2023–24 Danish Superliga 32 13 7 1 2[c] 0 41 14
2024–25 Danish Superliga 32 20 3 1 34 21
2025–26 Danish Superliga 6 4 0 0 6 4
Total 206 101 22 5 4 2 232 108
Career total 462 193 41 18 18 9 521 220
  1. ^ Includes Danish Cup, Norwegian Cup
  2. ^ a b Appearances in UEFA Europa League
  3. ^ Appearances in UEFA Europa Conference League

Honours

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Sarpsborg 08

Individual

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from Grokipedia
Patrick Mortensen (born 13 July 1989) is a Danish professional footballer who plays as a centre-forward and serves as captain for (AGF) in the . Born in , , Mortensen began his youth career with clubs such as Amager Boldklub af 1970, Amager United, and FC Amager before making his professional debut with in 2007, where he appeared in three matches without scoring. He later played for from 2010 to 2012, scoring 10 goals in 54 league appearances, and then moved to Norwegian club Sarpsborg 08 from 2015 to 2019, where he netted 66 goals in 94 league matches, became the top scorer in 2016 with 22 goals, and participated in the . Mortensen joined AGF on 11 January 2019 and has since become a key figure for the club, amassing 117 goals in 237 appearances across all competitions as of November 2025, making him one of the team's all-time leading scorers in the Superliga era. His standout performances include being the top goalscorer in the Superliga during the 2024–25 season with 20 goals and in the Danish 1st Division in 2012–13 with Fremad Amager. Standing at 1.88 metres tall and right-footed, Mortensen has recorded 180 career goals and 21 assists across 410 professional appearances, primarily in Denmark and Norway. Despite representing Denmark at youth international levels, he has not earned senior caps. His contract with AGF runs until 30 June 2026, during which he continues to contribute as a veteran leader and prolific scorer.

Club career

Early career

Born on 13 July 1989 in , , Patrick Mortensen began his football journey in the youth setups of local clubs on the island of . He progressed through the academies of Amager Boldklub af 1970, Amager United, and FC Amager, honing his skills as a forward in these environments. At age 17, Mortensen signed his first professional contract with in June 2006, transitioning from the club's U19 to the senior squad competing in the (second tier). This move marked his entry into professional football, where he was initially integrated into the first to gain competitive experience. During the 2006–07 season, he made two appearances for , providing a foundation for his development amid the challenges of senior-level play. Mortensen's early professional stint at was brief but formative, as the club operated in the lower divisions and emphasized youth development. In January 2007, he secured a free transfer to , a top-tier Superliga outfit, officially joining on 31 July 2007 and signaling the next phase of his career in a more demanding league. This move from Amager's flagship club to one of Denmark's elite teams underscored his emerging potential as a goal-scoring forward.

Brøndby IF

Mortensen joined on 31 July 2007, signing a two-year professional contract with the Danish Superliga club after impressing in Fremad Amager's youth setup, where he had already demonstrated goal-scoring prowess as a 17-year-old forward. During his tenure, he was integrated into the first-team environment but spent much of his time developing with the reserves in the (third tier), contributing goals there while gradually earning opportunities at the senior level. He made his senior debut for Brøndby in the 2007–08 Superliga season, featuring in three matches for a total of 80 minutes without registering a goal or assist. The following season, 2008–09, saw limited further involvement in the top flight, with just one appearance, alongside inclusion in the Cup qualifying squad, though he did not feature in those ties. Mortensen also gained cup experience, substituting in during a 3–1 Danish victory over Herfølge on 19 February 2009, marking one of his rare first-team outings under manager . In mid-2009, seeking more playing time, Mortensen was loaned to second-division side for the latter half of the year, where he began to establish himself as a regular starter. The move proved successful, leading to a permanent transfer to Lyngby in December 2009 after the loan period ended, concluding his Brøndby spell without a first-team goal but providing a foundational step in his professional development. Overall, across all competitions, Mortensen recorded four Superliga appearances and at least one outing during his two years at the club.

Lyngby Boldklub

Mortensen arrived at on a season-long loan from on 1 August 2009, during the club's campaign in the . The move became permanent on 1 January 2010, when he signed a three-year contract with the club. Over the next five and a half years, he established himself as a key figure in the attack, contributing to Lyngby's efforts in both the top-flight Superliga and the second-tier 1st Division. His tenure saw the club achieve promotion to the Superliga for the 2010–11 season following a strong runner-up finish in the 2009–10 1st Division. In his debut Superliga campaign during 2010–11, Mortensen made 27 appearances and scored 4 goals, including notable contributions in a 3–3 draw against former club . The following season, 2011–12, he netted 6 goals in another 27 league outings as Lyngby fought to stay in the top flight, though the team ultimately suffered relegation. Returning to the 1st Division, Mortensen's form peaked in the 2013–14 season, where he led the league in scoring with 23 goals in 33 matches, helping Lyngby secure a third-place finish. His prolific output during this period underscored his role as the club's primary goal threat, with consistent double-digit tallies across multiple seasons in the second tier. Overall, Mortensen appeared in 177 matches for Lyngby across all competitions, scoring 68 goals and ranking among the club's all-time leading scorers. His partnership with teammates like Emil Larsen proved effective, blending physical presence and finishing ability to drive the team's offensive play. In July 2015, after Lyngby finished fourth in the 2014–15 1st Division, Mortensen departed for Norwegian club 08 on a free transfer, ending a formative chapter in his career.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoals
2009–101st Division155
2010–11Superliga274
2011–12Superliga276
2013–141st Division3323
Note: Table shows representative league stats; totals exclude cups and partial seasons for brevity.

Sarpsborg 08

Patrick Mortensen joined Sarpsborg 08 on a free transfer from on 15 July 2015, signing a three-year contract. He made his debut for the club in the on 26 July 2015, coming on as a substitute in a 1–1 draw against Vålerenga. During his tenure from July 2015 to January 2019, Mortensen established himself as a key forward, appearing in 94 matches and scoring 32 goals (121 appearances and 47 goals in all competitions). His all-competitions goal tally included 6 in 14 appearances during the 2015 season (10 league appearances, 3 goals), 7 in 29 during 2016 (26 league, 5 goals), 15 in 36 during 2017 (30 league, 12 goals), and 18 in 42 during 2018 (28 league, 12 goals). Mortensen's most prominent contribution came in the , where 08 reached the group stage for the first time in club history after progressing through three qualifying rounds. He scored 3 goals in 6 group stage es, including a brace in a 3–1 home win over on 4 October 2018, helping the team earn 4 points from Group G. Overall, he netted 4 goals across 12 European appearances that . In January 2019, midway through his time at the club, Mortensen transferred to AGF Aarhus on a free transfer, ending his 3.5 seasons at Sarpsborg 08.

AGF Aarhus

Mortensen joined AGF Aarhus on 11 January 2019, on a free transfer from Norwegian club Sarpsborg 08, signing a three-and-a-half-year contract. In his debut season (2018/19), he quickly adapted, scoring 9 goals in 12 Superliga appearances, contributing significantly to the team's mid-table finish. His second season (2019/20) marked a breakout, where he netted 17 goals in the Superliga, tying for second in the league's top scorers list behind Kamil Wilczek's 25, while AGF Aarhus secured third place—their best league position since 1996. Including cup competitions, he scored 18 goals across 35 matches that year, establishing himself as the club's primary striker. This performance earned him widespread recognition in Danish football, highlighting his clinical finishing and aerial prowess at 1.88 m (188 cm) tall. Mortensen has since become a consistent goal threat for AGF, amassing over 100 goals in all competitions during his tenure. By the end of the 2024/25 season, he led the Superliga with 20 goals, helping AGF challenge for European spots. His longevity is evident in the 2025/26 season, where, as of November 2025, he has scored 7 goals in 17 matches (6 in 15 league appearances) despite the team navigating a competitive campaign. As of November 2025, Mortensen holds the record as AGF Aarhus's all-time leading scorer with 117 goals in 260 appearances (previously 110 goals in 243 appearances by the end of the 2024/25 season), surpassing previous benchmarks set by club legends. His contract was extended in February 2025 to June 2026, underscoring his integral role in the squad's ambitions for sustained top-flight success.

International career

Youth career

Patrick Mortensen represented at under-21 level, earning a total of 7 caps and scoring 2 goals between and 2011. His debut came in a friendly against on 3 March , which Denmark lost 0–3. He featured in three U21 friendlies that year, playing 135 minutes without scoring. Mortensen also appeared in qualifying matches, contributing to the team's campaign under coach Keld Bordinggaard. No records exist of appearances for lower youth teams such as U19 or U17.

Senior career

Mortensen earned his first and only call-up to the Denmark senior national team in November 2020, selected by head coach Kasper Hjulmand as part of seven uncapped players added to the squad for the international break due to injuries and positive COVID-19 tests among regular squad members. He was named in the matchday squad for the friendly against Sweden on 11 November 2020 at Brøndby Stadium, wearing shirt number 9 and listed among the substitutes alongside players like Thomas Mikkelsen and Carlo Holse. Denmark secured a 2–0 victory with goals from debutants Jonas Wind and Alexander Bah, but Mortensen remained an unused substitute and did not feature on the pitch. This appearance on the bench marked Mortensen's sole involvement with the senior team, resulting in zero caps and zero goals across his international career at that level.

Career statistics

Club

ClubSeasonLeagueCupEuropeTotal
AppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Brøndby IF2007–0830000030
Lyngby BK2009–102180000218
2010–112742100295
2011–122761000286
2012–13331921003520
2013–14352532003827
2014–153061000316
Lyngby total17368940018272
Sarpsborg 0820151033300136
20162653200297
2017301263003615
2018281210733615
Sarpsborg total94321387311443
AGF Aarhus2018–191190000119
2019–20341741003818
2020–21291562223719
2021–222862000306
2022–23321610003316
2023–24321371204114
2024–25322031003521
2025–261562100177
AGF total21310225642242110
Career total2831324718115341155
All statistics as of 19 November 2025.

International

Patrick Mortensen received his first senior call-up for in November 2020 for a friendly against but remained an unused substitute, with no senior appearances or goals to date. At youth level, he represented at U21, with 3 appearances in friendlies (135 minutes played) and no goals. No recorded appearances for other youth teams.
National TeamYearsAppearancesGoals
Denmark Senior2020–present00
Denmark U212010–201130

Honours

Individual awards

Patrick Mortensen has earned recognition for his goal-scoring prowess in Danish football, highlighted by two top scorer titles in different divisions. In the 2013–14 season, while playing for in the 1. Division (Denmark's second tier), Mortensen led the league in goals with 23 in 33 matches, securing promotion for his team to the Superliga. More than a decade later, in the 2024–25 Superliga season with AGF Aarhus, he again claimed the top scorer honor, netting 20 goals in 32 appearances to finish ahead of competitors like Mathias Kvistgaarden of .

Team honours

During his tenure with from 2015 to 2019, Mortensen contributed to the club's historic third-place finish in the 2017 season, securing a for the —their first medal in top-flight history. This achievement also qualified Sarpsborg 08 for the group stage, where Mortensen featured in six matches and scored three goals. With AGF Aarhus since January 2019, Mortensen helped the team earn a by finishing third in the 2019–20 , a season abbreviated due to the . Additionally, AGF won the 2020 Atlantic Cup, a prominent pre-season international tournament held in , defeating 1–0 in the final. As of November 2025, AGF sit third in the ongoing 2025–26 Superliga season, positioned for another potential .

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