Man City loans Sverre Nypan to Lommel SK for development
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Manchester City has loaned midfielder Sverre Nypan to Lommel SK for the 2026-27 season. The decision, influenced by director of football Hugo Viana, aims to provide Nypan with regular playing time and a conducive environment for growth following a challenging initial season in English football. Nypan, who joined City from Rosenborg last summer, struggled during a previous loan at Middlesbrough. His return to Lommel, a newly promoted Belgian Pro League team, is intended to help rebuild his confidence and consistency.
- •Sverre Nypan joins Lommel SK on loan for the 2026-27 season.
- •Director of football Hugo Viana played a key role in the loan decision.
- •Nypan's previous loan at Middlesbrough was terminated early due to limited minutes.
- •Lommel SK was chosen over other options for its potential to foster Nypan's growth.
- •Nypan aims to regain confidence following a difficult first season in England.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Revealed: Why Man City chose Lommel SK for Sverre Nypan loan as Hugo Viana’s personal role confirmed
"Man City chose Lommel SK as the loan destination for Nypan to give him the best chance of regular minutesDirector of football Hugo Viana was personally involved in the decision-making, which is not al...
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