Hjalmar Ekdal
Mercato XI valuation · €35.1M · July 2026
Current Team
Burnley
Hjalmar Ekdal
Performance Summary
Season snapshot
Season Rating
Tackles / G
1.3
Int / G
0.6
Duel Win %
62%
Aerials Won
55
Clean Sheets
2
Pass Acc.
86.0%
Tackles
28
Interceptions
12
Appearances
21
Rating
6.69
Detailed stats
Player Statistics
Assists
1
Shots
7
Shots on Target
1
Shot Accuracy
14%
Big Chances Missed
1
Transfer History
Career moves for Hjalmar Ekdal
About Hjalmar Ekdal
Hjalmar Ekdal is a 27-year-old Swedish centre back at Burnley, where he wears the number 18 shirt. Standing at 188cm and right-footed, he plays in the Premier League.
Across 21 appearances and 1,720 minutes in the 2025/26 season, Hjalmar Ekdal has contributed 28 tackles and 12 interceptions to his side's defensive work, also chipping in with 0 goals and 1 assist.
As of July 2026, Mercato XI values Hjalmar Ekdal at €35.1M, a figure that has remained broadly steady in recent months. Playing regularly in the Premier League, a defined role at Burnley, and being at a productive age for a defender all support a positive outlook on his value. Read the methodology to learn more about how we estimate player value.
Frequently asked questions
What position does Hjalmar Ekdal play?+
Hjalmar Ekdal plays as a centre back for Burnley, and is 27 years old.
What are Hjalmar Ekdal's stats for the 2025/26 season?+
In the 2025/26 season, Hjalmar Ekdal has made 21 appearances in the Premier League, contributing 28 tackles, 12 interceptions, 0 goals and 1 assist.
How is Hjalmar Ekdal's 2026 market value calculated?+
Mercato XI estimates Hjalmar Ekdal's market value with an AI model that weighs his on-pitch performance, age, and the strength of the Premier League. The valuation is recalculated every month.