After several days of rumors and discussions, Standard Liège recruited a player for a very important position.
The wait ended for Standard fans with the arrival of Gustav Mortensen. The young 21-year-old Dane arrives with the objective of stabilizing a side of the game that was causing debate. Marc Wilmots was to strengthen the left corridor of defense.
Mortensen is Rouche. The 21-year-old left back arrives from Lyngby Boldklub and has signed a 4.5 season contract with Rouches. Welcome, Gustav. 🔴⚪️
— Standard de Liège (@Standard_RSCL) January 15, 2026
A Danish nugget
An U21 international, the defender has solid experience despite his young age and a market value of around 800,000 euros according to Transfermarkt. Wilmots’ first bet in this winter transfer window.
The native of Denmark is not coming to make up the numbers. His profile should offer new tactical solutions to Vincent Euvrard. Mortensen signed a 4 and a half year contract at Standard Liège.
He arrives from Lyngby Boldklub, where he was an indisputable starter in a team fighting for promotion to the first division. Courted by Westerlo, the young talent chose the Liège project.
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To support this recruit, the club is also working on the file Arthur Masuaku. Although he is considered plan B. He is expected to join the team’s ranks, but in the form of a loan only.
