Eirik Johansen

Player Details

Name

Eirik Johansen

Height

6' 7"

Weight

236 lbs

Date of Birth

7.12.1992 (32)

Birthplace

Tonsberg, Norway

Position

Goalkeeper

Latest Video

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SAVE: Eirik Johansen denies Giovinco from close range

Attempt saved. Sebastian Giovinco (Toronto FC) left footed shot from the left side of the box is saved in the top center of the goal.

Career Summary

Option declined following 2017 season.

PRONUNCIATION: EYE-rick YO-hansin

Hailing from Nøtterøy Norway, Johansen made his debut for New York City FC during the pre-season, coming on as a second half substitute in two matches, first against Danish side Brondby in a friendly and again in the match against Houston at the Carolina Challenge Cup. He also saw action against the New York Cosmos in the US Open Cup. The 6'7" goalkeeper will hope to see even more time on the field in the Bronx in 2016.

OUTSIDE MLS: Johansen joined the Manchester City Academy in August 2008, singing a professional contract with the club in 2012. In 2013 he joined League One side Scunthorpe United on loan. In January 2014, Johansen joined Norwegian club Sandefjord on a six-month loan-deal.

INTERNATIONAL: Johansen has more than 30 appearances for Norway at the youth level.