Colin Farnerud

Colin Elliot Farnerud (born 12 March 2004) is a footballer who plays as a midfielder for Jönköpings Södra IF. Born in France, he is a Sweden youth international.

Early life

Farnerud lived in Norway as a child. He started playing football at the age of four.

Club career

As a youth player, he joined the youth academy of Swedish side IFK Göteborg. In 2012, he joined the youth academy of French side FC Mougins. In 2019, he joined the youth academy of French side RC Lens. He was regarded as one of the club's most important players. He started his career with German side VfB Stuttgart II. On 8 April 2023, he debuted for the club during a 0–2 loss to FC 08 Homburg.

On 31 July 2024, it was confirmed that Farnerud had joined Holstein Kiel II.

29 March 2025 he signed for Swedish side Jönköpings Södra IF.

International career

Farnerud represented Sweden internationally at youth level. He is eligible to represent France internationally, having been born in the country.

Style of play

Farnerud mainly operates as a midfielder. He has compared his style of play to Netherlands international Frenkie de Jong.

Personal life

Farnerud is the son of Sweden international Pontus Farnerud. He is the nephew of Sweden international Alexander Farnerud. He has a younger sister.