HB Køge Women Sign One of Albania's Brightest Young Talents

HB Køge Women are excited to announce the signing of 17-year-old winger Nadia Tahirukaj. The Norwegian-Albanian talent joins the club from Norwegian side Kolbotn, where she has already gained valuable experience in Norway’s top division despite her young age.

"We are incredibly proud to have signed Nadia, a player who has attracted interest from some of the biggest clubs in world football. The fact that she chose HB Køge Women speaks volumes about the journey we are on and the direction of our club. It reflects the ambition we have built and the environment we can now offer young elite players. Nadia is exactly the type of talent we want to bring to HB Køge Women. On the field, she plays with courage, creativity and flair. She is unpredictable in one-on-one situations, loves to take players on and brings an exciting style that fans genuinely enjoy watching. She is the kind of player who can change a game and get people out of their seats,” says Jonas Nielsen, Sporting Director of HB Køge Women.

Nadia Tahirukaj made her debut in Norway’s top flight at just 15 years old and has represented Norway at the U17 level on multiple occasions. She now represents Albania internationally and earned her senior national team debut in December 2025, starting in a friendly against Türkiye.

The young winger is eager to begin the next chapter of her career in Køge.

"I chose HB Køge Women because the club has a clear sporting vision and a strong track record of developing players,"said Tahirukaj.

"The club’s values, professional environment and the confidence they showed in me made this an easy decision. I feel HB Køge Women is the right place for me to take the next step in my career, both as a player and as a person. I’m really excited to get started and meet my new teammates,” says Nadia Tahirukaj.

Welcome to HB Køge Women, Nadia!