Esbjerg fB announced that the club has extended its contract with 24-year-old Norwegian midfielder Mikail Maden. The announcement stated that the new agreement runs until the end of 2028. Sports director Sebastian Brydegaard expressed happiness about the contract extension with Mikail Maden and highlighted the player's dedication and professional attitude. Brydegaard also believes Mikail can develop further within the club's environment and anticipates their shared future in the coming years. Maden joined the club in February 2024 and has made 70 appearances for Esbjerg. In the 1.Division this season, he has scored 2 goals in 17 appearances. He has two caps for the Norway U20 team, and his market value is rated by Transfermarkt at €250k.