Karlsruher SC was reportedly among several clubs, including Holstein Kiel and Dynamo Dresden, to have expressed interest in Norwegian striker Sigurd Haugen. However, the 28-year-old from TSV 1860 München is close to joining 1. FC Nürnberg and is in Nürnberg to have a medical examination. Haugen was his club's top scorer with 16 goals and 4 assists in 35 appearances in the third division last season. He is expected to move for free because of 1860 München's forced relegation, despite having a contract until 2027. The forward has two caps for Norway's U19 team. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €600k.