Mikael Marques
- Years with Minnesota United: 2023–2024
- Position: Defender (Centre-Back)
- Nationality: Swedish
- Acquisition: Signed from AFC Eskilstuna (Sweden) on January 17, 2023, on a three-year contract.
Mikael Marqués is a Swedish defender who was signed by Minnesota United FC to provide depth and potential in the center-back position. He was noted for his versatility, having played center-back, full-back, and in a three-man backline prior to joining MLS.
Key stats with Minnesota United (MLS):
- MLS regular season appearances (First Team): 1 (5 minutes)
- MLS NEXT Pro appearances (MNUFC2): 13 (850+ minutes)
- Role in MNUFC: Primarily played for the club’s reserve team, MNUFC2, in MLS NEXT Pro, while battling back from shoulder and ankle injuries.
- Departure: Initially loaned to Västerås SK in February 2024. The transfer was made permanent to Västerås SK in November 2024 when the Swedish club exercised its option to purchase his contract.
Memorable moments and honors (Overall Career):
- Swedish League Experience: Played 28 of 30 games and provided two assists for AFC Eskilstuna in the Superettan (Swedish second division) before coming to Minnesota.
- Transfer to Allsvenskan: Was transferred to Västerås SK, which plays in the Allsvenskan (Sweden’s top flight).
Where is he now?:
- Following his transfer from Minnesota United to Västerås SK, Marqués had a very short stint with them.
- He is currently an active Centre-Back for Djurgårdens IF in the Swedish Allsvenskan, having joined the club in February 2025. His contract with Djurgårdens IF runs through December 2028.
