Visby Roma targets Västerås forward amid team rebuild

Visby Roma is actively pursuing forward Carl Jakobsson from Västerås as part of its preparations for a return to the Hockeyallsvenskan. The club is also advancing plans to renovate its home arena.

Sport chief André Lundholm confirmed that Visby Roma has contacted Jakobsson's agent about a possible move. The 25-year-old forward remains under contract with Västerås for one more season after a strong campaign in the Hockeyallsvenskan. Lundholm noted that the situation would be different without the existing deal but said the club can always inquire about available players.

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Visby Roma players and coach celebrate promotion to Hockeyallsvenskan after 4-1 victory over Hudiksvall on home ice.
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Visby Roma promoted to Hockeyallsvenskan after 4-1 win over Hudiksvall

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Visby Roma secured a historic promotion to the Hockeyallsvenskan for the 2026/27 season, defeating Hudiksvall 4-1 in the fourth game of the Hockeyettan final on Wednesday evening. The victory gave Visby Roma a 3-1 series win, marking the first time a Gotland-based team advances to Sweden's second-tier league. Coach Hans Särkijärvi, who returned mid-season, led the celebration on home ice.

Västerås has downplayed interest from Visby in forward Carl Jakobsson. The club's assistant sports chief said the player remains under contract for another year.

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Visby/Roma is preparing for its first season in Hockeyallsvenskan with two new forward signings. Reports indicate agreements have been reached with veterans Joakim Thelin and Sebastian Fakt.

Forward Viktor Johansson has signed a one-year contract with Almtuna in the HockeyAllsvenskan. The 24-year-old moves from Västerås after a strong season in Hockeyettan.

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The contract-free forward Jakob Lilja is drawing concrete interest from several SHL teams. After seven seasons abroad the 32-year-old could return to Swedish hockey.

The 21-year-old forward Fabian Hellström of IF Troja-Ljungby has received a concrete offer from Västerås ahead of next season. Reports indicate interest from Nybro as well. Hellström tallied five points in 34 games during a challenging season.

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Kim Rosdahl, forward for Västerås in HockeyAllsvenskan, has dismissed speculation about leaving the team despite a challenging season. He affirmed his commitment to honor the remaining year of his contract. Rosdahl spoke to VLT amid rumors of a potential buyout.

 

 

 

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