Mathias Jensen
Central Midfielder · Brentford · Denmark
About Mathias Jensen
Mathias Jensen is a Danish central midfielder who has been a cornerstone of Brentford (ENG)'s midfield since 2019. A Nordsjælland academy product, he transferred to Celta Vigo before joining Brentford (ENG), where he has become the club's all-time most-capped international player. He has represented Denmark at Euro 2020, the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024.
Mathias Jensen's story
Nordsjælland & Celta Vigo
Born on 1 January 1996 in Jerslev, Denmark, Jensen came through the Nordsjælland academy and made his senior debut in 2016. His performances attracted Celta Vigo, who signed him for €5m in August 2018, though an injury-hit season followed in Spain.
Brentford Era
Jensen joined Brentford (ENG) for €3.8m in July 2019 and quickly became a central figure in their rise from the Championship to the Premier League. He played a key role in their 2020-21 Championship title-winning season and has been a first-team regular ever since, earning him the distinction of becoming Brentford (ENG)'s all-time most-capped player internationally.
Denmark Career
Jensen has been a regular fixture in the Denmark squad, participating in Euro 2020, the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and Euro 2024 in Germany. He made his senior international debut in 2019 and accumulated 30+ caps, playing as a composed and intelligent midfielder at international level.
Did you know?
- 🏆 Jensen became Brentford's all-time most-capped international player when he earned his 23rd Denmark cap in their Euro 2024 qualifying win over Finland.
- 🇩🇰 He represented Denmark at three major international tournaments: Euro 2020, the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024.
- 🐝 Since joining Brentford in 2019, Jensen has made over 220 appearances for the club and played through their remarkable journey from the Championship to being a Premier League top-half regular.
Honours
- Championship Play-off Winners: 2021 — Brentford
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