Second-tier clubs Southampton and Bristol City are monitoring Kristoffer Askildsen, a 25-year-old Norwegian midfielder at the Norwegian club Viking, regarding a potential transfer. Neither club has yet made an official approach, but they are evaluating him for a possible future move. A move for the player in January could be accelerated by a strong conclusion to the Eliteserien season. Askildsen's current club has recently qualified for the Champions League. Askildsen, who joined Viking in March 2025, has a contract until the end of 2028. He has made one appearance for Norway. In the current Eliteserien season, he has scored 5 goals and made 2 assists in 19 appearances. His market value is €4.00m, according to Transfermarkt.