Morten Thorsby


Morten Thorsby is a Norwegian professional footballer who plays for Serie A side Sampdoria as a midfielder.

Club career

Thorsby started his youth career in IL Heming but joined FK Lyn in 2009. While playing in Lyn he was drafted into the boys-15 national team. In 2012, he joined the youth ranks of Stabæk.
He made his first team debut in the 2013 1. Divisjon, as a substitute in four matches. Stabæk was promoted, and he made his first-tier debut in April 2014 against Molde.
On 2 June 2014, Thorsby signed a five-year contract with Eredivisie side SC Heerenveen.
On 11 January 2019, Thorsby signed a four-year pre-contract with Serie A side Sampdoria. The contract will run through the 2023 season. He joined the club on 1 July 2019.

Personal life

On 13 March 2020, Thorsby tested positive for COVID-19, amid its pandemic in Italy.

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