Sander Kartum

Sander Erik Kartum (born 3 October 1995) is a Norwegian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Eliteserien side Aalesund. Kartum has previously played for Stjørdals-Blink, Kristiansund, Brann, and Wellington Phoenix.

Career He started his youth career in Lånke, switching to Stjørdals-Blink in 2012. He made his senior debut in the summer of 2012, and took part in the team's rise from the 3. divisjon to the 1. divisjon. Ahead of the 2021 season he was bought by Kristiansund. He made his Eliteserien debut in May 2021 against Molde and scored his first goal later that month.

Kartum was given the Player of the Year award in the 2020 1. divisjon by the Norwegian News Agency.

Hearts On 24 January 2025, Kartum signed for Scottish Premiership club Heart of Midlothian on a two-and-a-half year deal for an undisclosed fee.

On 1 September 2026, Kartum's contract with Hearts was cancelled by mutual consent.

Wellington Phoenix (loan) On 16 January 2026, A-League Men club signed Kartum on loan until the end of the 2025–26 season. On 23 January, Kartum made his Phoenix debut and scored a few minutes after being substituted in. The Phoenix would go on to lose 4–1 away to the .