‘I still watch Milan games’ – Hauge admits to wanting another crack at Serie A

Jens Petter Hauge has admitted that he still keeps up with how AC Milan are doing, and that he would love to try another spell in Serie A.

The story of how Hauge ended up at Milan is like something out of a movie script. He arrived a Bodo/Glimt player for a Europa League qualifier against Milan at San Siro in 2020, and he had a brilliant performance.

We reported at the time that the Rossoneri directors were impressed by what they saw after having also scouted him previously, and that a bid would be submitted. One week later, the winger joined for €5m and signed a long-term deal.

However, he never really got the playing time that he perhaps needed to develop given he was stuck behind Rafael Leao. Hauge has since played for Eintracht Frankfurt, Gent and is now back at Bodo, where he is shining again.

Still a Milanista

Hauge spoke to Sky Sport Insider about his time as a Milan player and the potential of one day returning to Italy, with his comments relayed by MilanNews.

Tell us about joining Milan…

“The first time was special. I remember that on the day I signed with the club, I had to leave a press conference to run to the bathroom and take a photo to send to my friends and family.”

Do you still follow the Italian league?

“Yes. I still have many friends in Italy. I still watch Milan games and support them. I always enjoy following them.”

Will we see you again in Serie A?

“I know for sure that one day I’ll want to try another experience away from Bodø to test myself in one of Europe’s top leagues. I’d love to have another opportunity in Italy. We’ll see what the future holds.”