Markus Karlsson

Bo Markus Karlsson (born 30 August 1972) is a Swedish former professional footballer who played as a defender. In 1993, he joined BKV Norrtälje, which was coached by former Djurgården midfielder Lennart Lundin.

Karlsson joined Djurgården from BKV Norrtälje for the 1996 season as a midfielder. During the season, his central defender partner Patrik Eriksson-Ohlsson suffered illness and Richard Henriksson took his place. In November 2002, Djurgården clinched the title with Karlsson as the captain of the team. Karlsson was awarded Årets djurgårdare in 2002 for the season. Djurgården also won the cup title, making it a double.

For the 2003 season, Karlsson remained as captain. The team again won the national title. After only half a year in Essen, Karlsson continued to Stabæk Fotball on a two and half-year deal. In the summer of 2007, he joined IF Brommapojkarna and again played with Richard Henriksson as companion in the central defence. In 2009, he finished his professional career, although he continued to play with IFK Lidingö.

Post-football career After his active career, he worked was a coach within IF Brommapojkarna youth academy. He also worked as a football agent together with Daniel Breitholtz and Adam Alsing. He then became club director for IFK Lidingö. He was known for his tough style.

Personal life Karlsson married Swedish and Djurgårdens IF footballer Elin Flyborg – both husband and wife were Swedish football champions in the 2003 season. He is the father of Djurgårdens IF footballer Nea Flyborg.

Career statistics

Honours

Djurgårdens IF Division 1 Norra: 1998 Superettan: 2000 Allsvenskan: 2002, 2003 Svenska Cupen: 2002, 2004 Individual Årets Järnkamin: 2003