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Jesper cleared for A-League debut

28/08/2008 12:31:00 AM
JETS fans will finally get a chance to see Jesper Hakansson in action after the Danish recruit was given the all-clear for tomorrow night's match against Melbourne.

Hakansson, 27, tore his calf muscle at training more than three weeks ago and has been unavailable for the season's first two matches against the Mariners and Perth.

He is capable of playing as an attacking midfielder or in a holding role, but Jets coach Gary van Egmond said he would be used to link the midfield to strikers Edmundo Zura and Joel Griffiths.

"We're looking forward to seeing the partnership between the players in the front third," van Egmond said.

"At a push he can play as a deeper midfielder, but I think he's more of a player who plays in that attacking third and he's got some real good qualities."

One of those qualities van Egmond is looking to take advantage of is his experience of playing for Lyngby BK in the Danish first division.

"I think he's one who can actually organise quite well. He's seen things with his experience playing in Europe. He's a real leader he leads by example as well," van Egmond said.

"He has a tremendous work ethic, can score goals and the timing of his pass is good."

Hakansson's return means only Jets defender Shaun Ontong (ankle) is unavailable for selection.

Newcastle have a great record against Melbourne, recording four wins and a draw from their past five clashes.

But the Victory will be boosted tomorrow by the return of striker Archie Thompson, midfielder Nick Ward and goalkeeper Michael Theoklitos.

"It's a real embarrassment of riches what they've got down there," van Egmond said.

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