Nicolas Madsen

Nicolas Martin Hautorp Madsen (born 17 March 2000) is a Danish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Queens Park Rangers.

Club career Early years Madsen started playing football at the age of three in local club Marienlyst and later joined Næsby. In November 2014 it was confirmed that Madsen, who already earlier had been on trials at Midtjylland and also Brøndby, would join Midtjylland from the summer 2015. On his 15th birthday, he signed a 3-year youth contract with the club. In 2017, he extended his contract until the summer 2019.

Midtjylland On 28 November 2018, 18-year old Madsen got his official debut for FC Midtjylland. Madsen started on the bench, but replaced Mayron George with 14 minutes left against Dalum IF in the Danish Cup. In September 2019, he got his Danish Superliga debut against Lyngby Boldklub.

On 31 August 2021, Madsen was loaned out to Eredivisie club SC Heerenveen for the 2021-22 season.

Westerlo After returning to Midtjylland from his loan spell, Madsen was sold to Belgian football; K.V.C. Westerlo confirmed on 20 July 2022, that Madsen had signed a deal until June 2026.

Queens Park Rangers On 23 August 2024, Madsen signed for EFL Championship club Queens Park Rangers for an undisclosed fee.

Following an impressive second campaign with the club, he was named Queens Park Rangers Player of the Season for the 2025–26 season.

Career statistics

Honours Individual Queens Park Rangers Player of the Year: 2025–26