Gaute Helstrup Leaves Bodø/Glimt to Join Malmö as New Head Coach

Gaute Helstrup has left Bodø/Glimt to become the head coach of Swedish club Malmö FF, according to reports from TV 2 and VG on June 30, 2026. The move transitions the coach from the Norwegian Eliteserien to a leadership role in the Swedish Allsvenskan.

Bodø/Glimt confirmed the departure of Helstrup on June 30, 2026. The club verified that the coach is leaving his current position to take over as the head coach at Malmö.

In a statement reported by Avisa Nordland, Helstrup addressed his time with the Norwegian side. First and foremost, I have had a very fine time in Bodø, Helstrup said.

Why did Gaute Helstrup leave Bodø/Glimt?

Helstrup left Bodø/Glimt to accept the head coaching vacancy at Malmö FF. Reports from Nettavisen and TV 2 confirm that the Swedish club sought Helstrup to lead their squad.

The appointment ends his tenure at Bodø/Glimt, where he had been part of the coaching structure. The transition allows Helstrup to take full primary responsibility for a major Swedish side.

How does this move affect SK Brann?

The move simplifies the coaching search for SK Brann. Bergensavisen reported that Malmö’s successful acquisition of Helstrup means Brann now has one fewer competitor to contend with for the coach’s services.

Brann had been monitoring the situation as they sought a new manager. With Helstrup now committed to the Swedish club, Brann can focus on other candidates in their recruitment process.