Nicolas Madsen, the 25-year-old midfielder for QPR, has a clear goal in mind: to earn a spot on the Danish national team. Now in his second season with the club, he hopes that his performances in the Championship will catch the attention of Denmark’s national coach, Brian Riemer.
Madsen is focused on becoming a more consistent and complete player. He understands that he needs to improve to compete for a national team spot, especially given the high calibre of Danish midfielders playing across Europe. His time in England is a key part of his development plan, as he adapts to the demanding style of the Championship and learns to take on more responsibility for his team.
🇩🇰 Aiming for a Spot on the National Team
Madsen played alongside well-known Danish stars like Rasmus Hojlund and Morten Hjulmand in youth teams and dreams of joining them in the senior squad. However, he is realistic about his chances. He admits his performance last season wasn’t consistent enough, but he felt good about how he finished the final few games. “Now the target is to start well and perform every week,” he said, acknowledging the tough competition from Danish players at top clubs like Sporting Lisbon and Marseille. “I believe that I, at some point, will make it to the national team.”
⚽️ Developing into a Complete Midfielder
At QPR, Madsen is determined to grow as a player. He wants to take on more responsibility and make a significant impact on the team. His goal is to become a well-rounded midfielder who is not only skilled with the ball but also strong defensively. “I want to show what I can do on the ball… but especially also show that I actually can defend and run,” he explained. He believes that playing for QPR in the Championship provides the perfect environment for him to develop into a “complete midfielder.”
🏴 Adapting to English Football
Moving from the Belgian league to the English Championship has been a big learning curve for Madsen. He noted that the game in England is intense, with major shifts in momentum where a team can dominate for 30 minutes and then suddenly be under pressure. He’s learning to stay calmer on the ball, even with the roar of the crowd. This experience is teaching him what it takes to succeed in one of Europe’s most competitive leagues.
🏆 Inspired by a Liverpool Legend
While Madsen says he didn’t have one specific idol growing up, he greatly admired Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard. Coming from a family of Liverpool supporters, he watched many of their games. He was impressed not only by Gerrard’s skills but also by his leadership and passion on the field. Madsen hopes to bring a similar level of expression and commitment to his own game as he learns what it means to play for a club like QPR and its passionate fans.
